Manufacturing Maintenance Planner

NOV Inc.•San Antonio, TX

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manufacturing Maintenance Planner is responsible for planning and scheduling preventive and corrective maintenance work using the Max Maintenance system. This role involves reviewing and prioritizing maintenance work requests, developing detailed job plans, and coordinating schedules with production to minimize operational disruptions. The planner will also maintain and optimize preventive maintenance programs, create equipment documentation, and ensure parts availability. Key aspects of the role include monitoring the maintenance backlog, supporting major projects, ensuring safety and environmental compliance, and generating performance reports. The position also assists in budget development and resource forecasting.

Requirements

Excellent planning and organizational skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective verbal and written communication.
Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of maintenance planning and scheduling best practices.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across departments.
Ability to interpret technical manuals, engineering drawings, and equipment documentation.
Data analysis and KPI reporting capabilities.
Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
Ability to walk throughout manufacturing facilities for extended periods.
Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and access elevated platforms.
Ability to work in industrial environments with exposure to noise, heat, moving machinery, and varying weather conditions.
Manufacturing production facility with occasional office work.
May require occasional overtime, weekends, or on-call support during equipment failures or plant shutdowns.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required in designated production areas.
Technical Expertise
Communication
Results Orientation
Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
Minimum of 3–5 years of maintenance planning, maintenance supervision, or industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience using CMMS software (SAP PM, Maximo, Max Maintenance, Infor EAM, Oracle, Fiix, or similar).
Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and industrial manufacturing systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Nice To Haves

Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP).
APICS, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement certifications.
Experience with predictive maintenance technologies.
Knowledge of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) and Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM).

Responsibilities

Plan and schedule preventive and corrective maintenance work using the Max Maintenance system
Review, prioritize, and validate maintenance work requests for completeness and accuracy.
Develop detailed job plans including labor estimates, required tools, materials, permits, drawings, and safety requirements.
Coordinate maintenance schedules with production to minimize operational disruptions.
Maintain and optimize preventive maintenance (PM) programs based on equipment reliability and historical performance.
Create and maintain equipment bills of materials (BOMs), maintenance procedures, and equipment documentation.
Coordinate with Purchasing and Storeroom personnel to ensure parts and materials are available before scheduled work.
Monitor maintenance backlog and prioritize work based on criticality, safety, compliance, and operational needs.
Support shutdowns, turnarounds, and major maintenance projects through detailed planning and scheduling.
Ensure compliance with company safety policies, environmental regulations, and applicable maintenance standards.
Generate maintenance performance reports and key performance indicators (KPIs) for management.
Assist in developing annual maintenance budgets and forecasting maintenance resource requirements.