Maintenance Planner

Job Description:

Maintenance Planner at Mars Wrigley in Hackettstown, NJ 
Pay and total rewards benefits below

What do we Manufacture? 
M&M’s: Chocolate and Peanut 

What is the Required Shift? 
1st Shift: Monday- Friday 7am-3pm (Flexible pending business needs including occasional off shift support)

Job Purpose 

The Maintenance Reliability Planner converts maintenance needs into executable plans to keep production lines and site utilities safe, reliable, and cost-effective. The role screens and prioritizes work, builds detailed job plans, sequences preventive and corrective activities, kits parts and services, coordinates internal technicians and contractors, and aligns execution with production priorities and Mars standards. The Planner is a key technical partner in daily performance routines, driving continuous improvement. 

What are we looking for? 

Minimum Requirements 

• High school diploma or GED
• 3+ years maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment 
• Hands-on maintenance planning & scheduling experience using a CMMS software
• Multiskilled Technical background (Ex: electrical, mechanical, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and email

Preferred Qualifications 

• Technical Diploma/Associate
• Experience with Total Productive Maintenance frameworks
• Experience with SAP PM
• Demonstrated shutdown/turnaround planning and contractor management 
• Knowledge of safety compliance (permits, LOTO, inspections, etc) 
• Experience leading projects

Physical Requirements 

• Frequent walking on the production floor and standing for extended periods
• Ability to climb stairs/ladders and access elevated or confined areas
• Comfortable working in a range of manufacturing environments, including non-temperature-controlled areas 
• Visual acuity sufficient for reading P&IDs, job plans, screens
• Ability to lift/pull/push up to 25–50 lbs.
• Able to read, write, speak and understand English 

What will be your key responsibilities? 

• Plan & Schedule Work: Screen, scope, and prioritize maintenance requests; create detailed job plans (labor hours, tools, parts, permits, contractor services); maintain weekly, bi-weekly, and shutdown dependent schedules aligned to production needs.  Ability to analyze and act on KPIs (schedule compliance, backlog, PM adherence) 

• Coordinate Resources & Execution: Kit parts/materials, raise service orders within frameworks, and coordinate internal technicians and external vendors to achieve schedule adherence and quality standards. Ability to lead small improvement projects and serve as a technical point of contact 

• Reliability & CI: Use BPS and BDA systems to address top losses; recommend task/frequency optimization, PdM routes, and design changes 
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure work packages meet Mars Health & Safety Standards and regulatory requirements (permits, LOTO, inspections); uphold documentation control and good maintenance practices. 
• Stakeholder Partnership: Align with Operations, Quality, HSE, and Engineering to minimize downtime and protect service/TRS. 

Total Rewards 

• Starting Pay: Based on experience starting at $46.70/hour+
• Annual Bonus and Merit Increases 
• Benefits Starting Day One: 
  • Medical, Vision, and Dental 
  • Up to 6% 401(k) match 
  • Vacation time 
  • Tuition reimbursement 
  • Short/Long-Term Disability 
  • 18 weeks parental leave 

What can you expect from Mars? 

• The opportunity to learn, develop, and take charge of your career, including access to Mars University 
• An industry-competitive salary and benefits package 
• To be respected and valued, guided by our Five Principles 
• Cross-functional collaboration and the chance to improve how we work, today and for tomorrow 

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

The pay range shown is applicable to all location