Maintenance Planner

IPG; Cornwall; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions company in Cornwall, ON, seeks a Maintenance Planner to enhance maintenance operations, ensure efficiency, and manage spare parts. The ideal candidate has a diploma in Engineering Technology, 3-5 years of experience, and strong mechanical and electrical skills. Competitive pay and benefits are offered, promoting a culture of success and sustainability.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Extensive benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years in manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and repair methods.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Organize and schedule maintenance activities.
• Manage spare parts inventory.
• Enhance the Preventative Maintenance program.
• Prepare regular reports on maintenance activities.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

CMMS proficiency

Microsoft Office proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma in Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Join the IPG Team!

Are you ready to elevate your career? At IPG, we are more than just a global leader in packaging and protective solutions-we are a community that values safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork. From tapes and films to packaging and protective products, as well as engineered coated materials and advanced packaging machinery, we develop innovative solutions that protect the world. Now, we are expanding our global team and looking for talented individuals like you!

Position Description

Job Title: Maintenance Planner

Department: Maintenance

Location: Cornwall, ON

Reports To: Maintenance Manager

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Position Overview: The Maintenance Planner plays a vital role in ensuring the efficiency and reliability of maintenance operations by organizing and scheduling maintenance activities, managing spare parts inventory, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. This position acts as a key contributor to equipment performance and reliability, working closely with maintenance and operations teams to align maintenance planning with production goals, safety standards, and long-term operational excellence.

Principle Accountabilities

• Lead regular maintenance meetings to set priorities, schedule equipment outages, and drive continuous improvement by addressing root causes of equipment issues.


• Assign and coordinate work orders with the maintenance team, ensuring clarity of instructions, availability of parts and materials, and adequate labor resources (internal and external).


• Develop and maintain weekly maintenance schedules and planned equipment outages, ensuring all tasks are fully prepared in advance.


• Manage the on-call rotation schedule for after-hours support.


• Review equipment breakdowns with the team and follow up as required to:
  
  
  
  • Order necessary parts
  
  
  • Send components for external repair (motors, machine shop work etc.)
  
  
  • Replace temporary fixes with permanent solution
  
  
  • Assess and adjust spare parts inventory levels
  
  
  
  


• Enhance the Preventative Maintenance (PM) program by collaborating with operations to:
  
  
  
  • Prevent recurring breakdowns
  
  
  • Incorporate OEM recommendations
  
  
  • Optimize downtime during shutdowns and changeovers
  
  
  • Ensure timely completion of operator-assigned tasks
  
  
  
  


• Plan and update work schedules for major equipment shutdowns, including:
  
  
  
  • PM and planned maintenance tasks
  
  
  • Assigned personnel and estimated task durations
  
  
  • Ensuring all required parts are in stock and ready before equipment shutdown.
  
  
  
  


• Prepare regular reports, including weekly schedule compliance, downtime summaries, equipment failure investigations, and PM compliance.


• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Diploma in Engineering Technology or equivalent trade certification (e.g., Industrial Electrician, Millwright).


• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.


• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and repair methods.


• Proficiency with CMMS or other maintenance software's.


• Experience working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access). Experience with AutoCAD, an asset.


• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Why Choose IPG?

At IPG, you will find more than just a job-you will find a place where your success is our success. We pride ourselves on a culture built around strong relationships, where every team member plays a crucial role in our growth. Whether it is through cross-department collaboration, continuous training, or sustainability-driven initiatives, we create an environment where you can thrive.

Our commitment to sustainability influences everything we do, from designing eco-friendly products to minimizing waste in our production processes. We are dedicated to building a greener future while providing safe, supportive workplaces for our people.

With over 40 years of industry expertise and a proven track record of growth and innovation, IPG offers a stable, secure environment where you can flourish!

We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities. Whether you are looking to enhance your skills or advance your career, we offer ongoing training and the support you need to succeed. Think big, dream bigger, and make an impact with IPG.

You belong here. Join us today!