Planner- Processing Operations

Capstone Mining•Miami, AZ

5d•$78,000 - $117,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Processing Operations Planner is responsible for developing and executing short-term and long-term operations plans and schedules for the Concentrator at Pinto Valley Mine. This role ensures operations activities are planned, resourced, and scheduled to support safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations. Primary focus is working with the operations and day labor crews to make sure operations tasked are completed and planned correctly in coordination with major maintenance activities. The position works closely with maintenance, operations, and support teams to optimize equipment availability, improve reliability, and ensure alignment with site performance targets and SAP work management processes.

Requirements

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in maintenance or operational planning and scheduling, preferably in mining or heavy industrial operations
Minimum 5 years of experience in maintenance, operations, or related technical roles
Strong knowledge of maintenance or operational planning, scheduling, and work management processes
Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance practices
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and Outlook
Experience using SAP or similar work management systems
Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
Valid driver’s license
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Nice To Haves

Experience planning maintenance/operational tasks for mining equipment, facilities, concentrator, SXEW, or tailings operations
SAP experience with Asset Management or planning modules
Background as a maintenance planner, supervisor, craftsperson, or engineer

Responsibilities

Planning & Scheduling: Develop detailed daily, weekly, and long-term maintenance/operations plans and schedules for the concentrator, ensuring work is prioritized, resourced, and aligned with equipment strategies.
Work Management: Manage work orders within the SAP system, including prioritization, scope definition, labor estimates, and schedule development to support efficient execution.
Resource Coordination: Identify and coordinate required parts, materials, tools, equipment, and contractor support to ensure readiness for planned work.
Field Coordination: Work closely with supervisors and crews in the field to validate job scope, confirm resource needs, and ensure plans are executable.
Maintenance Strategy Support: Support preventive and predictive maintenance/operational programs, equipment reliability initiatives, and condition monitoring efforts.
Performance & Cost Management: Support achievement of safety, equipment availability, and cost targets through effective planning, scheduling, and resource utilization.
Contractor & Vendor Coordination: Coordinate with contractors and vendors to ensure work is executed in compliance with site standards and schedules.
Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, equipment performance, and overall maintenance efficiency.
Reporting & Meetings: Prepare and provide planning and scheduling reports and participate in daily, weekly, and long-term planning meetings.

Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan – Eligible from day one, contribute up to 90% of your salary with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%, fully vested immediately.
Retirement Boost – The company contributes 8.5% of your salary, increasing to 14.2%, with 100% immediate vesting.
Employee Share Purchase Plan – After three months, contribute 2% to 7% of your salary (max $5,000/year) to buy company shares, with a 50% company match, fully vested upon grant.
Annual Short Term Incentive Bonus – Up to 15%
4-day, 10-hour work schedule
Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (effective on start date), including Telehealth options and additional supplemental insurances
Disability and Life Insurance (effective on start date)
Paid time-off, including vacation, holidays, sick leave, and parental leave
Employee Assistance Program
Internal progression opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Discounted insurance plans for pets, automobiles and homes