Maintenance Planner

The Maintenance Planner is responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime. This position works closely with Maintenance Supervisors, Mechanics, Purchasing, Operations, and the Tool Crib to ensure labor, materials, parts, and outside services are available before work begins. The Maintenance Planner maintains the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), oversees maintenance inventory processes, and supports continuous improvement initiatives to improve maintenance eEiciency and equipment performance. Responsibilities: Maintenance Planning & Scheduling Develop, schedule, and coordinate preventive maintenance (PM) activities for maintenance mechanics based on production schedules and equipment priorities. Create daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance schedules to optimize labor utilization while minimizing production disruptions. Prioritize maintenance work orders based on equipment criticality, safety, production requirements, and resource availability. CMMS Administration Maintain and update preventive maintenance schedules within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Modify PM frequencies, task lists, and procedures based on equipment performance, maintenance history, and reliability improvements. Parts & Materials Coordination Work closely with the Purchasing Coordinator to identify and procure parts required for planned maintenance activities. Tool Crib & Inventory Management Oversee daily operations of the maintenance tool crib. Supervise tool crib attendants to ensure maintenance parts, tools, and supplies are properly issued and charged to work orders. Contractor & Service Coordination Schedule outside contractors, equipment vendors, and service providers for maintenance, repairs, inspections, and facility-related work. Coordinate vendor-provided equipment service, warranty work, and preventive maintenance visits. Requirements / Competencies: High school diploma or equivalent required; associates degree in industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred. Three to five years of experience in industrial maintenance, maintenance planning, maintenance supervision, or manufacturing operations. Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) such as Fiix, Maintenance Connection, SAP PM, Maximo, eMaint, or similar systems. Experience in manufacturing, food processing, industrial, or heavy equipment maintenance environments preferred. Working knowledge of industrial mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and facility systems. Ability to read equipment manuals, technical drawings, and maintenance documentation. Excellent communication and coordination skills across multiple departments. Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word. Knowledge of inventory control and maintenance storeroom best practices. Ability to analyze maintenance data and recommend improvements. Performance Expectations Success in this role is measured by: High preventive maintenance completion and compliance rates. Effective scheduling that minimizes equipment downtime and production disruptions. Accurate and timely maintenance planning and work order preparation. Proper availability of parts, tools, and outside services before scheduled work begins. Accurate CMMS records and maintenance documentation. Effective management of tool crib inventory and accountability. Reduction of maintenance backlog and emergency work. Strong collaboration with Maintenance, Operations, Purchasing, and Supervisors to support safe and reliable plant operations