The Maintenance Planner will be a self-starter with a desire to make continuous improvements to all maintenance tasks and other maintenance activities. The Maintenance Planner will establish, maintain, and improve the maintenance planning and scheduling flow process. The Maintenance Planner will also be accountable for day-to-day detailed maintenance planning, repair/replacement of plant equipment, scheduling, cost estimated to maximize mechanical availability, while achieving budgeted targets in a safe, cost effective, and timely manner. Additionally, the Maintenance Planner will provide planning support for projects and major maintenance events in each respective area of the facility through planning techniques to effectively control maintenance activities and craft utilization. Some travel may be required.

Education and Experience:
• BS-ME degree or BS Degree in a technical discipline preferred
• 5-7 years of progressive relevant work experience in a skilled maintenance role is required
• Required experience in maintaining heavy industrial equipment, preferably in mechanical plant maintenance
• Maintenance planning, scheduling, and supervisory experience is a must
• Six Sigma and Lean training is a plus
• Strong mechanical and some electrical expertise in troubleshooting and problem-solving
• Computer skills are a must, with knowledge of MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint
• Knowledge of State/Federal EPA and OSHA compliance requirements
• Must have the ability to work effectively with computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) and instruct others on its operation