Maintenance Planner

Job Description

Maintenance Planner - Enderlin, ND
Division – Ag Services and Oilseeds
 
This is a full-time, salaried exempt position. 


Position Summary:

• The Maintenance Planner will be responsible for planning work from the back log within the CMMS (Maximo). Developing the planning required to ensure efficient execution of Maintenance and Reliability practices/programs/processes, proactive maintenance and repairs.

Job Responsibilities (including but not limited to): 

• Drive and support the implementation of the Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) program
• Establish metrics based on CMMS data
• Utilize CMMS data to drive continuous improvement within the maintenance department
• Actively participate in RCFA work, both in the root cause identification as well as subsequent prevention of reoccurrence
• Coordinate cross departmental communication in support of RCM implementation
• Review the scope of work and perform field walk downs for approved work orders to ensure safe procedures and determine the needed time, materials, crafts, tools required and SOP creation, and enhancement.
• Continue to enhance the CMMS (Maximo) platform by continuing to expand the asset list, and adding detail to all entries within Maximo
• Edit work orders to ensure accuracy, standardization, proper support documentation, timeframe, assigning contract resources, and updating as needed
• Request purchase orders for all required materials and verify they are accurate and in stock before scheduling the work
• Review backlog and planning list for duplicate work orders.
• Hold backlog review/clean-up meetings
• Lead weekly scheduling meetings
• Group work orders that can be planned and worked together to optimize utilization of resources
• Incorporate technician and operations feedback into continuous improvement process in order to streamline maintenance plans
• Manage KPIs related to planning and job execution
• Provide feedback, mentorship, training and support to the facility through the use of Performance Excellence concepts and tools
• Support & Own Environmental Health & Safety and Quality and the Food Safety Systems from a work planning perspective
• Support Plant Operations by participating in an on-call rotation

 

Job Requirements: 

• Two-year technical degree in a STEM (science, technology, engineering or math) area, i.e., Engineering Technology is preferred. Equivalent experience in a maintenance field will also be considered.
• Extensive knowledge and experience with a CMMS system.  Experience with Maximo highly preferred.
• Detailed understanding of a Manufacturing Plant Operation and Maintenance.
• Maintenance planning experience is preferred.
• Strong Commitment to Safety
• High standard for Quality, especially as it pertains to a food production environment
• Understanding and familiarity with GMP practices.

Working Conditions:

• Dust
• Chemicals/Irritants
  • The scope of the position may require exposure to and use of chemicals, solvents, and cleaners common to mechanical work that may be hazardous and/or cause injury if specific instructions regarding their mixture, use, and disposal/storage are not properly followed.
• Inside areas:
  • Spring/Summer: Temperatures in some areas of the facility may exceed 100 degrees
  • Fall/Winter: Temperatures in the facility may be at or below freezing
• Outside areas:
  • Spring/Summer: Outside temperature may exceed 100 degrees with potential for high humidity. Potential inclement weather conditions including, but not limited to rain and wind
  • Fall/Winter: Outside temperatures may reach freezing or below. Potential inclement weather including, freezing rain, sleet, snow and wind
• Some manufacturing processes within the facility have noise levels that may reach or exceed 85 decibels and require use of hearing protection for most of the work shift

 Physical Requirements: 

• Able to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds on a frequent basis, up to 55 pounds on an occasional basis
  • Lifting or carrying of weights over 55 pounds is rare. Employees are required to request assistance in lifting or carrying objects that weigh more than 55 pounds
• Able to traverse up to two (2) miles during the course of a workday
• Able to move about or to a work site by stooping, bending, kneeling or squatting frequently during the course of a workday.  May require periods of prolonged sitting or standing
• Able to operate equipment or diagnose / detect issues of machinery that may be located at different heights.  May require work on ladders, scaffolding or other w