Maintenance Planner

Recochem Inc.; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive sector is seeking a Maintenance Planner to coordinate maintenance work and establish strong relationships within the organization. The role involves planning, tracking KPIs, and ensuring effective communication with various departments. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Savings Options

Education Assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all plannable maintenance work.
• Generate and plan completion of work orders.
• Track and report KPIs as identified.

Skills

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Cost Consciousness

Quality

Dependability

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

We are Prestone (subsidiary of Recochem) - Since 1927, Prestone has protected drivers and their vehicles with cutting-edge products. From its iconic yellow jug antifreeze/coolant to its innovative stop leak line, the Prestone brand honors its 90-year history by keeping its groundbreaking formulas laps ahead of the competition .

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Maintenance Planner

Department: Operations

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Summary

The Maintenance Planner is responsible for coordinating all plannable maintenance work; the Maintenance Planner will work with the Maintenance Supervisor to utilize other Maintenance personnel and the needed resources to create and complete work orders. The Maintenance Planner will establish strong relationships between key functions within the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

· Execute and adjust maintenance plan with the Maintenance Supervisor

· Generate and plan (time, resources, parts, etc.) completion of work orders

· Run a weekly planning meeting to involve production, maintenance, and engineering departments

· Track and report KPIs as identified

· Maintain and log inventory counts

· Receive inventory and parts deliveries, and record into the CMMS system

· Pack up items for return and create shipping labels

· Submit purchase orders for replenishment of inventory and repair work

· Input mechanic feedback into CMMS system

· Follow up on work order status and request follow up from Maintenance staff

· Report discrepancies regarding work orders to Maintenance Supervisor

· Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Safety - Always follows safety guidelines established by the company, and constantly looks for safer methods for performing tasks.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics; makes decisions based on available information to best serve the company needs. Is observant of production issues and addresses them promptly.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Teamwork - Demonstrates sense of urgency while supporting production as needs arise. Embraces company initiatives, as any person in leadership is looked to lead by example. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• A High School Diploma or equivalent experience
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing environment or equivalent training and experience
• Ability to communicate effectively with peers and management of the company, as well as with external suppliers and contractors
• Knowledge of inventory management and service planning
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel & Word
• Working knowledge of mechanical and industrial parts and supplies preferred

The company reserves the right to change or alter this job description at any time.

Prestone offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with Prestone's retirement savings options including employer match. Prestone also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.

Prestone is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Prestone does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

Prestone is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact Human Resources immediately.