Maintenance Planner and Scheduler

Summary

About Amy’s  

We are a family-owned, proudly independent organic food company and Certified B Corporation® whose purpose is to make it easy and enjoyable for everyone to eat well. Amy’s is committed to cooking authentic great tasting food with high-quality, meticulously sourced organic ingredients and making them convenient for consumers.      

Shift: 1st, 9:00am to 5:30pm 

Pay: $22.50/hr  

Location:  441 West Antelope Rd. White City, OR 97503

Amy's Perks:  

• A fun and safe atmosphere where teamwork is encouraged   

• Weeks of on-the-job training for your new role   

• Discount on Amy’s products   

• Opportunities to grow and advance your career   

• Competitive compensation and benefits package   

• Affordable Amy’s meals on-site for lunch and dinner    

• Bonus incentives based on attendance and safety   

• Referral Bonuses  

• Safety Shoe Program, covered by Amy’s  

• 401k program (up to 4% contribution matching after 1 year)   

• Parental Leave Program   

• Education reimbursement; scholarship Program    

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Unpaid Time Off options  

If you or someone you know is interested, submit your application today.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Maintenance Planner/Scheduler's primary objective is to improve the efficiency and productivity of the Maintenance Department. This will be accomplished by providing the employees with detailed job plans, including technical specifications, machinery history, parts and tools lists, and safety procedures in an organized fashion. The Planner/Scheduler is also responsible to provide all necessary information to ensure assigned work is completed in a safe, efficient, and timely manner and in compliance with environmental requirements.

• Assist Maintenance mechanics, leads, supervisors, and manager in identifying parts, equipment, and services needed to repair and maintain equipment and facilities.
• Provide leadership in assuring all requirements of the routine maintenance work process are utilized consistently and effectively to continuously improve the process and ensure goals are met.
• Interface daily with maintenance department personnel to review work orders for maintenance services. Review and provide input on definition, accuracy, and priority.
• Check the validity of the work orders and gather all pertinent information.
• Track area planning backlog & work order progress ensuring data is current & accurate.
• Coordinate receiving of scheduling, and processing of all maintenance orders and inquiries, including a comprehensive and ever evolving Preventative Maintenance Program.
• Assist maintenance mechanics with their assigned work by providing hands on knowledge and expertise.
• Responsible for scheduling work orders and preventative maintenance.
• Work closely with the plant planner to schedule work orders and preventative maintenance
• Responsible for continuously update the Maintenance Management System with new data as received
• Must have collaborative relationship with maintenance buyer and clerk(s)
• Work with maintenance buyer to cultivate productive supplier relationships that deliver the highest total value to Amy’s.
• Perform the maintenance parts clerk responsibility as needed and in compliance with Amy’s policies and best practices.
• Partner closely with internal customers to understand and deliver innovative solutions.
• Participate in storeroom organization and cycle counts.
• Responsible for part kitting.
• Ability to understand and interpret manuals to ascertain type and specification of parts.
• Document control of all equipment records, drawings, and manuals.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and records.
• Coordinate and assist in all maintenance internal and external audits.
• Generate Amy’s Standard KPIs and provide regular reports.
• Follow standards, best practices, and participate in process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance of all work activities to Amy’s policies and procedures federal, state, and local laws.
• Responsible for implementing and maintaining the systems and procedures that support SQF.
• During peak season or base on company needs overtime is required.
• Support maintenance manager, safety manager, and environmental coordinator as needed.
• Equipment calibrations and proper disposal of recycle and waste items as needed.
• Disposal of obsolete materials in accordance with Amy’s policies and maintain general order.
• Be responsible to perform any other task, duty, or assignment that may be deemed necessary.
• Other duties may be assigned.

It is the responsibility of all employees to uphold the mission of the Amy’s Food Safety and Quality Policy. This includes following all Food Safety and Sustainability programs and participating in all required training.

Qualifications and Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Education and/or Experience 

• Associates degree and or two to four years of experience in an inventory and planning role with an industrial or commercial company.
• Requires a well-rounded and experienced knowledge of the practices, tools, equipment, and materials used in assigned skill trade area.

Skills

• Knowledge of maintenance processes in a manufacturing setting
• Ability to organize and manage a large amount of data and experience in multitasking
• Able to maintain a positive attitude in a fast-moving ever-changing work environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills: able to work with senior management, suppliers, and cross functional teams.
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills.

Language Skills 

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

Mathematical and Computer Skills  

• Ability to analyze and solve basic math and algebraic problems.
• Capable of using the computer as a tool: Excel spreadsheets, word processing, ERP. MRP experience preferred.

Reasoning Ability and Creativity Skills 

• Ability to creatively solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced team environment essential, with a high degree of flexibility and tolerance to change.

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  

Work Environment 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, cold (coolers and freezers) and hot (processing equipment) conditions, and moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Amy's 

At Amy’s, we don’t just accept differences—we celebrate them, support them, and thrive on them for the betterment of our employees, our culinary creations, and our communities. 

Amy’s takes pride in being an Equal Opportunity and Second-Chance Employer and is equally dedicated to Affirmative Action and providing fair chances in our workplace. We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, ensuring that every individual has an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. 

For further details, please refer to Amy’s EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. Additionally, Amy’s is dedicated to collaborating with candidates and providing reasonable accommodations during the interview process. Should you require assistance, please contact us at careers@amys.com or notify your Recruiter. 

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