ABOUT POET

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty-five years, our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.

CULTURE IS KING AT POET

We’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET. We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It’s the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins!

JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES

As the Master Planner/Scheduler, you will play a critical leadership role in shaping and advancing Maintenance Planning and Scheduling processes across POET’s footprint. This position will support site Planner/Schedulers, refine enterprise-wide processes, and drive the strategic development of processes and metrics to enable a best-in-class Maintenance organization. In this role, you will guide shutdown planning strategies, Preventative Maintenance standardization, and support site-to-site contractor alignment. Through your expertise, collaboration, and data-driven mindset, you will reduce maintenance and contractor variability and ensure alignment with fleetwide maintenance goals.

This role is part of a strategic hiring initiative to add over 20 new team members to support our growing organization.

This is an on-site role located in Sioux Falls, SD. Additional responsibilities include:

• Support and mentor site Planner/Schedulers in training and work processes.

• Refine and maintain the enterprise Planning & Scheduling Playbook, ensuring consistent adoption and execution.

• Serve as a CMMS Administrator

• Assist engineering team with planning and scheduling efforts tied to fleet-wide initiatives, rollouts, and reliability-focused projects.

• Develop and maintain planning and scheduling metrics.

• Lead the development of shutdown planning processes, including contractor sequencing, timeline strategies, and coordination with procurement to engage preferred service providers.

• Drive preventative maintenance standardization efforts across the fleet.

• Since we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• High school diploma or equivalent required. An Associate or Bachelor’s degree in technical field is a plus.

• 3-5 years of relevant experience required.

• Advanced experience with maintenance management systems, such as IBM Maximo, is strongly preferred.

• Reliability certifications such as Uptime Elements, CMRP, or equivalent planning/scheduling credentials are also a plus.

• Excellent organizational skills, can manage competing fleet-wide priorities, comfortable coaching/leading others through change, and attention to detail.

• Deep understanding of Maintenance Planning and Scheduling principles and a strong grasp of bioprocessing facility operations.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and capable of learning advanced tools such as Maximo Application Suite, PowerBI, and other planning or reporting applications.

A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• High level of personal integrity and commitment to consistency, accuracy, and reliability in fleet wide processes.

• Strong Interpersonal skills with the ability to coach, influence, and collaborate with Planner/Schedulers, site leadership, IT teams, contractors, and Subject Matter Experts.

• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills

• Ability to embrace and promote change

• Innovative and system-oriented mindset

• Ability to think objectively and use data to guide decisions

• High degree of self-awareness in the face of uncertainty

• Ability to work in a team environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Up to 25% travel will be part of the norm for this position to visit our bioprocessing facilities and attend meetings. At times, overnight travel may be required.

• In this role, you’ll be asked to drive a POET vehicle. A motor vehicle record check will be conducted during the pre-employment process.

• The work environment at POET is dynamic. You should expect a balance between time spent in the office and at the bioprocessing facility, which may include some physical labor helping your team members.

GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

At POET, we encourage internal development and growth by allowing team members to carve their own path to success. Leaders support team members with the necessary resources to develop their skills, achieve goals, and create the most value. We believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.

BENEFITS

For eligible team members

• Comprehensive benefits package: Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution

• Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonuses and Bi-Annual Incentive Bonuses

• Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions

• 401K with company match

• Paid time off and paid holidays – 40 hours available on day ONE!

• Paid Parental Leave

• Tuition reimbursement

• Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations

OTHER PERKS

For eligible team members

• A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually

• Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements

• Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements

• Discounted home and auto insurance

POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). POET complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding hiring and employment. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.