Maintenance Planner

Wieland Small Tube Products; East Alton (IL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings with company contribution

Paid vacation and holidays

Wellness programs

Job summary

Wieland Small Tube Products in East Alton, Illinois is seeking a Maintenance Planner responsible for creating maintenance plans that ensure equipment reliability. The role involves effective scheduling, KPI tracking, and working with production to optimize maintenance efforts.

Ideal candidates will have a technical degree and at least 3 years of maintenance supervision experience. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement savings options.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance supervision experience.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

Responsibilities

• Maximize equipment reliability and availability through effective maintenance planning and scheduling.
• Track and report key maintenance KPIs such as schedule compliance and PM effectiveness.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate maintenance jobs and projects.

Skills

Maintenance planning

CMMS experience

Organization skills

Communication skills

Education

Technical degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Service Planning – Maintenance Planner Position

Wieland is hiring a maintenance planner who will be responsible for creating high‑quality plans that have the information required to efficiently execute the work required to protect the inherent reliability of the equipment. This role is located in Cupping and will be fully on‑site.

Base Salary Range: $96,000 – $120,000. May be eligible for a variable compensation plan bonus based upon company performance within the fiscal year cycle.

Responsibilities

• Maximizing equipment reliability and availability through effective maintenance planning and scheduling practices. Acquire knowledge of the plant CMMS system to record executable job plans for repetitive use and use CMMS to identify possible improvements to equipment.
• Prioritize work based on safety, reliability, production impact, and cost.
• Track and report key maintenance KPIs such as schedule compliance, backlog, PM compliance, and PM effectiveness.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate maintenance jobs and projects, including identification of necessary parts, personnel, and outside resources. Job plans are methodically executable, enabling supervisors to identify assets required to meet time expectations for completion.
• Develop and implement predictive and preventative maintenance scheduling to optimize equipment operation. Write PM plans that include specific inspection expectations to identify minor adjustments or when corrective action is needed.
• Work directly with production and maintenance personnel to isolate and repair equipment problems.
• Support and encourage employee involvement in continuous improvement activities, including Safety Excellence, Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and Maintenance Excellence.
• Assess and incorporate safety considerations in job plans.
• Assist with critical breakdowns by sourcing parts and coordinating with outside resources as necessary.
• Provide vacation coverage for hybrid supervisors.

Qualifications

• Technical degree (Bachelor’s degree preferred).
• 3+ years of maintenance supervision experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• CMMS experience required; SAP experience a plus.

Benefits

• Benefits starting on Day 1: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, and more.
• 401(k) retirement savings with company contribution and match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Growth opportunities within Wieland’s global organization.
• Wellness programs with healthcare premium discounts and HSA employer contributions.
• Commitment to sustainability and eco‑friendly solutions for future generations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.