Maintenance Planner

 

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If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestlé is the place for you. Nestlé USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestlé’s presence in the United States. We're in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact.

 

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The Maintenance Planner position is responsible for scheduling work activity of the Maintenance & Engineering team. Prepares efficient/effective work plans for all Preventive, Predictive, Condition-Based, and Project/Backlog Maintenance work; works with Technical Stores Team to ensure parts are available and ready; ensures internal and external labor resources are available; coordinates execution of the plan in conjunction with the production schedule through working with the Production Scheduler in a timely manner.  Accessing, understanding, and basing decisions on information of all types in the CMMS system is fundamental to the position. Supports Line Mechanics and Technicians by providing expert guidance and maintains open flow of communication up and down the maintenance chain.  Identifies and escalates problems proactively. Will also serve as an NCE Facilitator, championing AMM, tracking results, pushing for execution of improvement projects, initiating focused projects based on Maintenance trends, and participating in process improvement initiatives.

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan all Predictive, Preventive, and Condition Based Maintenance, in conjunction with the sites production and operational plan, including resource (mechanic, operators, parts, equipment) availability to effectively and efficiently execute activities in a coordinated way. 
Help prioritize and escalate critical works as necessary.
Manage CMMS Data, ensuring that appropriate information is included such as FLOC, BOM's, PM's, etc. are entered into the CMMS system when a modification, improvement, or addition is made to manufacturing, utilities, and/or other support area equipment.
Monitor work order backlog; schedule backlog work in a timely manner to maintain a reasonable level
Monitor/Audit Mechanic data entry and quality into SAP/AMM system
Convert to Work Orders or provide feedback to requestors as appropriate and Monitor Workorder Completion, Backlog, and Schedule Compliance
Drive continuous improvement projects
Generate and distribute KPI, and trend analysis and CMMS reports
Typically has a University Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience and minimum 3 years of related work experience
High level of computer expertise and competence
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Strong understanding of mechanical processes, equipment and electrical systems
Must have continuous improvement mindset
Familiar with other Maintenance Improvement methodologies; prior experience working with site/Corporate Engineers
Ability to integrate into all parts of the operation to support the facility in achieving goals and objectives
Proactive individual that takes responsibility for their equipment, line, coworkers and the continuous improvement of the operation
Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
Accountable for personal development and improvement
Ability to work in a fast paced environment and handle multiple tasks

 

REQUIREMENTS:
3 years' experience in a Manufacturing, Maintenance, & Engineering environment required
Experience as a Maintenance Planner preferred, including the effective planning and coordination of maintenance activities, taking into account production schedule and other standard activities related to maintenance planning
Exposure to TPM, maintenance planning techniques and maintenance execution preferred
Participation in coordination and planning of maintenance activities
Food Industry experience preferred
Experience with CMMS system
3 years experience working as a mechanic or in a hands on capacity preferred

 

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