Planner/Scheduler

ABOUT POETAt POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty years our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.BENEFITS & PERKSEligible Team Members may receive$$ Competitive BONUS opportunities - up to SIX bonuses per year (Quarterly Profit Sharing & Value Share)Paid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours of PTO available on Day 1, on top of a biweekly PTO accrual program!Comprehensive benefits package; Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contributionCompetitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions401K with company matchPaid Parental LeaveTuition reimbursementAttractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locationsSafety and cold weather gear reimbursementsDiscounted home and auto insuranceAll POET Team Members enjoyA multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually'Family-first' cultureOnsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursementsJOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIESAs the Planner/Scheduler, you will be responsible for the daily, weekly and outage planning and scheduling of maintenance activities. You will be an integral part of a best-in-class maintenance program working with site leadership on priorities and coordinating contractors planning processes through accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration.This is an on-site role located in Arthur, IA. Responsibilities include:Assure all work orders are planned for Environmental, Health & Safety and QualityAssure all work orders have necessary technical components to execute high quality work from POET and contractor staff alikeCoordinate with other POET Bioprocessing resources and contractors as needed to develop accurate work order plans and minimize issues due to planning problemsAssure all WO’s are in the proper status by identified timeframes to complete work consistent with priority statusPerform Outage planning and scheduling year aroundContractor CoordinatorOwn completion of weekly schedule one week in advance lead weekly meeting to complete/communicate the 1-week work schedule.Schedule Maintenance Technicians available hours weekly to >90%Coordinate with the Operations team to ensure all activities are scheduled consistent with production targets while also maintaining Safety and Environmental standardsFoster a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance at all times.Maintain and advance the food safety and quality of POET’s products and processes to deliver a best-in-class culture of quality.Since we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLSHigh school diploma or equivalent is required.Experience in maintenance and enterprise asset management [EAM] systems; IBM Maximo, E-Business Suite, UpKeep, SAP ERP Suite, IFS Cloud, Flix, Ramco Enterprise, Maintenance Connection, or similar.Uptime Elements Maintenance Reliability Certification or equivalent certification is also a plus.You have the ability to achieve and maintain forklift certification.A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVEHigh level of personal integrityInterpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organizationDemonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skillsAbility to embrace and promote changeExcellent organizational, time management, and communication skillsInnovative mindsetAbility to think objectivelyCommunicate effectively in writing and in person.Self-awareness in the face of uncertaintyYou have the ability to understand technical and day to day operation of a bioprocessing facility.Ability to work in a team environmentPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENTThis role has some physical requirements that our team members will need to be able to perform, such as:Frequently:Be in awkward back, shoulder, wrists, and hand positionsBend forward while standingReach overheadPull up to 40lbsKneel and crouch for up to 15 minutes at a timeOccasionally:Pull up to 95lbs, with or without assistanceLift and carry up to 50lbs, with or without assistanceGrip with a force of up to 80lbsSit for 15 minutes on a stool, sometimes rotation sittingPinch with a force of 20lbsPush up to 20lbsWearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, self-contained breathing system, hazardous material suit, hearing protection, and harness.Working at extreme heights (approximately 150 ft), in confined spaces, and in extreme temperatures from -20 to +100 degrees Fahrenheit, both indoors and outdoors.Be able to use the following equipment/tools, with training provided (not all encompassing): various hand tools, skid loader, scoop shovels, pipe wrenches, impact wrench, air hose, and shuttle wagon. Must also be able to operate machinery such as a payloader and Trackmobile for long periods of timeDue to the physical and safety-sensitive nature of this job, you will be subject to a physical and expected to pass a drug screen during the pre-screen process. During employment, you’ll be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.CULTURE IS KING AT POETWe’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET. We provide an environment for team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance. It’s the best way to optimize health, wellness, and productivity in a sustainable way. We work hard. We play hard. We have frequent team events, volunteer efforts, and we know how to celebrate wins!GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIESAt POET we encourage internal development and growth by allowing team members to carve their own path to success. Leaders support team members with the necessary resources to develop their skills, achieve goals, and create the most value. We believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.POET is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, abilities, merit, and other legitimate business factors, without regard to any legally protected characteristic. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, working conditions, promotion, and termination. #J-18808-Ljbffr POET