LEAD MAINTENANCE PLANNER/ SCHEDULER

Maintenance Support Specialist

Job Summary:

Provide Back-up support for the Maintenance Superintendent. Plans work orders and coordinates activities for the Maintenance Department: PM's, Work Orders, Project Work, etc. using CMMS software (Limble). Responsible for running weekly work order scheduling meetings for production and maintenance departments. Maintain and improve Adhesives Research facilities, support systems, lab and production equipment. Supports change controls and capital projects in conjunction with Quality, Operations, Process Engineering, and Project Engineering. Supports process optimization and continuous improvement opportunities through equipment reliability, PMs, work order closures, and safety improvements.

Essential Functions:

• Initiate NCRs and perform root cause investigations for equipment related issues
• Supports the Maintenance Specialist with procurement and management of inventory/parts
• Self-motivated and self-disciplined with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
• Write change deviations as required for past due PM's
• Supports the area managers/process owners and supervisors with key metrics, identifies and implements continuous improvement actions; makes identifiable and substantial contributions to improving equipment reliability, PMs, and facility cleanliness
• Interface with external equipment vendors, engineering companies, contractors, and customers
• Collaborate and contribute to the development of new products, processes, and equipment, as needed
• Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently
• Represent the organization in a professional and positive manner to associates, external customers, and vendors
• Conform to Company policies and procedures, Quality Systems, cGMPs, ISO, OSHA, etc.
• Coordinate engineering capital projects as well as contractor work projects
• Work with Maintenance Department Manager and Superintendent to identify training needs for mechanics
• Ensures compliance with all relevant regulations (e.g. ISO, FDA, OSHA, EPA, DEP, etc.) and company procedures

Additional Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Specifications:

• Minimum of a high school diploma.
• Prefer candidates to have additional technical education and or cross training in mechanical and electrical controls
• Experience in maintenance planning/scheduling and coordinating workflows
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in manufacturing maintenance
• Experience / knowledge of Lean Manufacturing practices and principles
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and analytical ability
• Computer literacy with good working knowledge in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint