What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Planner position at Scoular?
About The Role
A Maintenance Planner is responsible for managing and coordinating maintenance tasks within an organization to ensure efficient operations. This role involves developing maintenance strategies, scheduling tasks, and ensuring the availability of necessary resources to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
Scoular has been leading the way in safe, reliable, and innovative supply chain solutions for over 130 years. Our business is feed and food, transportation and logistics, and our people are our passion. In everything we do, we put relationships first and always leave room for what's possible.We are a $8 billion company filled with problem solvers and compassionate leaders committed to revolutionizing the future of agriculture. With 1400 employees and over 100 offices and facilities across North America and Asia, you can count on Scoular people.
We are committed to building a culture of real inclusion for all employees. We support customers and communities around the globe and believe our workforce should reflect that diversity. Scoular Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) connect, support, and empower our people. Learn more about diversity and inclusion commitments here.
Our Benefits
A Maintenance Planner is responsible for managing and coordinating maintenance tasks within an organization to ensure efficient operations. This role involves developing maintenance strategies, scheduling tasks, and ensuring the availability of necessary resources to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
- Develop and implement effective maintenance strategies and schedules. Review and understand equipment and machinery manuals to determine standard operating procedures. Coordinate with maintenance technicians to prioritize and execute maintenance tasks. Estimate the time and resources needed for each maintenance job.
- Monitor and manage spare parts inventory, ensuring availability for routine and emergency maintenance. Work with vendors and suppliers for the procurement of necessary tools, equipment, and parts. Inspect the workplace for potential safety hazards and implement safety protocols.
- Utilize maintenance management software to record, track, and analyze maintenance work. Prepare and present reports on maintenance activities and their effectiveness. Track maintenance performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Inspect the workplace for potential safety hazards and implement safety protocols. Train maintenance staff in new procedures and protocols.
- Proficient in maintenance management software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
- Strong understanding of equipment and machinery maintenance procedures.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Maintenance Management, or a related field.
- 2-4 years of experience in maintenance planning or a related role.
- Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Scoular has been leading the way in safe, reliable, and innovative supply chain solutions for over 130 years. Our business is feed and food, transportation and logistics, and our people are our passion. In everything we do, we put relationships first and always leave room for what's possible.We are a $8 billion company filled with problem solvers and compassionate leaders committed to revolutionizing the future of agriculture. With 1400 employees and over 100 offices and facilities across North America and Asia, you can count on Scoular people.
We are committed to building a culture of real inclusion for all employees. We support customers and communities around the globe and believe our workforce should reflect that diversity. Scoular Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) connect, support, and empower our people. Learn more about diversity and inclusion commitments here.
Our Benefits
- We offer competitive health plans that begin on the employee's first day -- there's no waiting period so you can be your best from the very beginning
- On top of your competitive base pay, you'll have an incentive opportunity, 401k safe harbor and additional company match
- Your hard work and dedication deserve a break. In addition to our 12 paid holidays, you'll receive vacation, sick and wellbeing time off
- We give you the opportunity to revolutionize your community. With 8 hours of paid volunteer time every year. We encourage team members to give back and make a social impact
- This position is eligible for annual incentive opportunities based on business and individual performance.
