Maintenance Planner

Dart Container; Leola (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package (health, ʺd

Weekly pay

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and paid time off

401K with company matching

Job summary

Dart Container is seeking a Maintenance Planner in Leola to own equipment reliability, optimize maintenance processes, and balance safety, cost, and long-range planning in a high-performing manufacturing environment.

You will collaborate with technicians, operations leaders, and reliability engineers, manage PM programs, and drive improvements across downtime, spare parts, and work orders using the SAP CMMS.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Preventive Maintenance, diagnostics, and repair experience (trade school/training accepted).
• Experience optimizing Preventive Maintenance (PM) programs.
• Strong understanding of Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Skilled in identifying and evaluating solutions to improve reliability.
• Ability to prioritize effectively with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Hands-on experience with Predictive Maintenance technologies.
• Proficiency with CMMS systems (SAP preferred).
• Solid mechanical aptitude and understanding of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and pump systems.
• Ability to read complex blueprints, manuals, and schematics.
• Strong math and computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to follow, assess, and improve operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Meeting and supporting KPI targets for safety, quality, production, efficiency, and service.
• Ensuring compliance with GMP and all safety/quality regulations.
• Prioritizing maintenance work orders using risk and cost considerations.
• Managing the maintenance backlog and building both short- and long-range schedules.
• Preparing Bills of Materials, purchasing materials, coordinating fabrication, and sourcing specialty tools.
• Ensuring accurate, complete work orders, including off-shift communication.
• Collaborating daily with production and maintenance leaders to align priorities.
• Building and maintaining asset data within the CMMS (SAP).
• Publishing maintenance KPIs and guiding optimal parts inventory.
• Creating detailed, technician-ready job packages (SOPs, JSAs, instructions, PM kits).
• Continuously improving job plans based on feedback.
• Tracking warranties, repaired parts, and maintenance costs.
• Partnering cross-functionally to identify and drive continuous improvement.
• Communicating PM schedules to technicians.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Preventive Maintenance

Root Cause Analysis

Predictive Maintenance

CMMS (SAP)

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Microsoft Office

Tools

SAP

CMMS

Job description

Big things are happening in Leola - and you can be part of it!

Are you a detail-driven problem solver who thrives on keeping operations running at peak performance?

We're looking for a Maintenance Planner who is ready to take ownership of equipment reliability, optimize maintenance processes, and help power a high-performing manufacturing environment.

This is your opportunity to play a pivotal role—balancing safety, efficiency, cost-control, and long-range planning while partnering with skilled technicians, operations leaders, and reliability engineers.

Who we are…

We're your top choice for foam cups, classic red SOLO cups, and convenient take-out containers, ensuring you can enjoy your food and drinks anytime, anywhere. Join us, and let’s raise a cup to good times!

What we offer…

• Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401K and more!
• Ability to earn pay increases and advancement opportunities
• A supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes safety
• Weekly pay
• Approved job-related training and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and paid time off

What you'll do...

In this dynamic role, you’ll apply sound maintenance planning and scheduling practices to ensure labor, parts, and materials are used efficiently—boosting equipment reliability and minimizing downtime.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities Will Include:

• Meeting and supporting KPI targets for safety, quality, production, efficiency, and service
• Ensuring compliance with GMP and all safety/quality regulations
• Prioritizing maintenance work orders using risk and cost considerations
• Managing the maintenance backlog and building both short- and long-range schedules
• Preparing Bills of Materials, purchasing materials, coordinating fabrication, and sourcing specialty tools
• Ensuring accurate, complete work orders, including off-shift communication
• Collaborating daily with production and maintenance leaders to align priorities
• Building and maintaining asset data within the CMMS (SAP)
• Publishing maintenance KPIs and guiding optimal parts inventory
• Creating detailed, technician-ready job packages (SOPs, JSAs, instructions, PM kits)
• Continuously improving job plans based on feedback
• Tracking warranties, repaired parts, and maintenance costs
• Partnering cross-functionally to identify and drive continuous improvement
• Communicating PM schedules to technicians

What you'll need...

• 5+ years of Preventive Maintenance, diagnostics, and repair experience (trade school/training accepted)
• Experience optimizing Preventive Maintenance (PM) programs
• Strong understanding of Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Skilled in identifying and evaluating solutions to improve reliability
• Ability to prioritize effectively with minimal supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Hands-on experience with Predictive Maintenance technologies
• Proficiency with CMMS systems (SAP preferred)
• Solid mechanical aptitude and understanding of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and pump systems
• Ability to read complex blueprints, manuals, and schematics
• Strong math and computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to follow, assess, and improve operational procedures

Bonus Points For:

• Prior maintenance planning & scheduling experience
• Background in thermoforming or packaging manufacturing

Overview:

Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.

Benefits:

Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.
Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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