Maintenance Planner

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness-We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

Position Summary

Just 65 miles from Center City Philadelphia, Allentown is near many major Northeastern U.S. cities, which makes it an ideal location for manufacturing and distributing consumer goods. We utilize thermal processing and high-speed canning to produce varieties of our Friskies®, Beneful® and Pro Plan® brands-product lines that we have carefully produced, packaged, and shipped since 1958. Together, we contribute to Allentown's identity as a busy industrial city, as well as a beautiful rural environment that we are truly proud to call home. That's why we not only make high quality food for pets but our factory is also doing our part to care for the environment we share, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity and maintaining zero waste for disposal.

As a Maintenance Planner, you will be responsible for scheduling the work activity of the Maintenance and Engineering Team. This position prepares efficient work plans for all Preventive, Predicative, Condition-Based, and Project/Backlog Maintenance work. This position will also ensure internal and external labor resources are available and coordinate work in conjunction with the Production Scheduler in a timely manner. The Maintenance Planner also supports the Line mechanics and Technicians by providing expert guidance and maintains an open flow of communication up and down the maintenance team.

• Schedule the work activity of the Maintenance and Engineering team.
• Prepare efficient and effective work plans for all Preventive, Predictive, Condition-Based, and Project/Backlog Maintenance work.
• Work with the Technical Stores Team to ensure parts are available and ready.
• Coordinate execution of the plan in conjunction with the production schedule through working with the Production Scheduler in a timely manner.
• Access, understand, and base decisions on information of all types in the CMMS system.
• Support the Line Mechanics and Technicians by providing expert guidance and maintains open flow of communication up and down the maintenance chain.
• Serve as an NCE Facilitator, championing AMM, tracking results, and pushing for execution of improvement projects.
• Initiate focused projects based on Maintenance trends, and participating in process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED Equivalent

• 2+ years of maintenance planning or scheduling experience in a manufacturing, production, industrial, military, or related environment

Salary: $77,140.80 to $104,902.00 per year

Bonus Eligibility: Yes

The pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at


It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.


To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: View phone number on click.appcast.io.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.


Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at

Job Requisition: 417925


Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness-We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

Position Summary

Just 65 miles from Center City Philadelphia, Allentown is near many major Northeastern U.S. cities, which makes it an ideal location for manufacturing and distributing consumer goods. We utilize thermal processing and high-speed canning to produce varieties of our Friskies®, Beneful® and Pro Plan® brands-product lines that we have carefully produced, packaged, and shipped since 1958. Together, we contribute to Allentown's identity as a busy industrial city, as well as a beautiful rural environment that we are truly proud to call home. That's why we not only make high quality food for pets but our factory is also doing our part to care for the environment we share, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity and maintaining zero waste for disposal.

As a Maintenance Planner, you will be responsible for scheduling the work activity of the Maintenance and Engineering Team. This position prepares efficient work plans for all Preventive, Predicative, Condition-Based, and Project/Backlog Maintenance work. This position will also ensure internal and external labor resources are available and coordinate work in conjunction with the Production Scheduler in a timely manner. The Maintenance Planner also supports the Line mechanics and Technicians by providing expert guidance and maintains an open flow of communication up and down the maintenance team.

• Schedule the work activity of the Maintenance and Engineering team.
• Prepare efficient and effective work plans for all Preventive, Predictive, Condition-Based, and Project/Backlog Maintenance work.
• Work with the Technical Stores Team to ensure parts are available and ready.
• Coordinate execution of the plan in conjunction with the production schedule through working with the Production Scheduler in a timely manner.
• Access, understand, and base decisions on information of all types in the CMMS system.
• Support the Line Mechanics and Technicians by providing expert guidance and maintains open flow of communication up and down the maintenance chain.
• Serve as an NCE Facilitator, championing AMM, tracking results, and pushing for execution of improvement projects.
• Initiate focused projects based on Maintenance trends, and participating in process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED Equivalent

• 2+ years of maintenance planning or scheduling experience in a manufacturing, production, industrial, military, or related environment

Salary: $77,140.80 to $104,902.00 per year

Bonus Eligibility: Yes

The pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at


It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.


To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: View phone number on click.appcast.io.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.


Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at

Job Requisition: 417925