Maintenance Planner

Corteva Agriscience; Alberta; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Maintenance Coordinator, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of agricultural equipment. This position involves managing parts inventory, sourcing components, and overseeing preventative maintenance programs. You will work closely with a dedicated team to tackle the challenges of modern agriculture, ensuring safety and efficiency in all operations. With a strong focus on innovation and teamwork, this role offers the chance to contribute to meaningful solutions in the agriculture sector. If you're detail-oriented, have strong communication skills, and are ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health benefits

Four weeks of paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Company stock purchase at discount

Fitness subsidy

Annual clothing allowance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in equipment maintenance or parts technician roles.
• Ability to learn company-specific applications and systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage parts inventory and order parts for seed processing equipment.
• Oversee preventative maintenance programs for facility equipment.

Skills

MS Office

Time Management

Detail-oriented

Communication Skills

Team Player Attitude

Critical Thinking

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Trade School Certificate

Journeyman Parts Technician Certification

Tools

SAP R3

Computerized Inventory Systems

Job description

At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. No matter what your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – solving the world’s food problems through innovation, technology, and putting people first. Corteva has an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Coordinator to join our team at our Lethbridge, AB site.

What You Will Do:

• You will always work safely and follow all safety policies and procedures to ensure you and your colleagues go home safe every day.
• Source and order parts for various seed processing and general facility equipment.
• Distribute and kit parts for technicians.
• Manage parts inventory, including ordering, tracking, and cataloging.
• Use computerized inventory systems and parts libraries.
• Work diligently with distributors on the phone, over email, and in person to assist with specific parts needs.
• Accurately process transactions such as orders, quotes, or returns.
• Create and administer purchase orders.
• Communicate effectively with internal team members, suppliers, and vendors.
• Provide alternative solutions, if necessary, based on price, availability, and job requirements.
• Arrange trucking companies and couriers when required.
• Oversee preventative maintenance program for seed production facility equipment and infrastructure.
• Work with the maintenance supervisor, coordinator, and specialist on work queues, work orders, and projects. Help organize and plan work, including seasonal shutdowns.
• Assist with contractor administration.
• Work overtime hours, including weekends, as required during seasonal peaks.
• Perform other duties as required by the company.

Education:

• High school Diploma/GED equivalent
• 3+ years of Equipment Maintenance experience/parts technician experience
• Trade School certificate in a Technical, Electrical, or Mechanical field, or equivalent.
• Journeyman Parts Technician certification is an asset.
• Willing to train the right candidate.

Requirements - What you will bring:

• Intermediate to strong MS Office and Computer Skills.
• Ability to learn company-specific applications as required.
• Experience using an electronic maintenance module such as SAP R3 is an asset.
• Basic understanding of maintaining and repairing hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, mechanical power transmission systems, electrical systems, welding, and fabrication work.
• Ability to withstand work-related deadlines and pressures.
• Team Player Attitude.
• Time Management.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented and strong work ethic.
• You are willing and able to do the following with or without reasonable accommodation: Climb and/or work in elevated areas, stand and sit for extended periods, and work both outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. and perform work involving repetitive motion and/or lifting.
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Maintain an organized workplace and have excellent critical thinking skills.

Benefits – How We’ll Support You:

• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment.
• Four weeks of paid time off per year, plus paid holidays.
• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan on the first day of employment and tuition reimbursement program.
• Opportunity to purchase company stocks at a discount.
• Fitness subsidy.
• Annual clothing allowance.

Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.
VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position requires one to work on-site 5 days a week.