People in Motion is hiring a Maintenance Planner/Scheduler for a food manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for planning and scheduling maintenance activities to minimize downtime and support efficient production operations.
This position works closely with maintenance and production teams to ensure equipment reliability, proper scheduling, and availability of parts and resources.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and schedule preventive maintenance (PM) and corrective work orders using a CMMS system
- Coordinate maintenance activities to minimize production downtime
- Prioritize work orders in collaboration with maintenance and production teams
- Manage maintenance storeroom inventory, including ordering, receiving, and tracking spare parts
- Ensure parts, tools, and materials are available for scheduled work
- Assist with small maintenance improvement projects and process upgrades
- Develop maintenance procedures using manuals, blueprints, and schematics
- Perform inventory control tasks including cycle counts and data entry
- Communicate with vendors regarding parts and supplies
- Maintain accurate records and reporting within CMMS
- Ensure all work complies with safety, quality, and food safety standards
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum 5 years of maintenance planning, scheduling, or related experience
- Experience in manufacturing or food production environment preferred
- Strong experience with CMMS systems (work orders, scheduling, inventory)
- Knowledge of maintenance operations, equipment, and spare parts management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Frequent bending, reaching, and squatting
- Ability to lift up to 20 lbs as needed
Apply Today
If you have experience in maintenance planning and are looking for a stable, long-term opportunity, we encourage you to apply. This is my email: [email protected] and my direct line is 630-633-5019 ext 597.
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
