Maintenance Planner

Oil-Dri Corporation of America; Ripley (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 6% company match

Paid parental leave

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Fitness & gym reimbursement

Job summary

A leading industrial company in Ripley, MS is seeking a Maintenance Planner to oversee all maintenance work planning and scheduling. You will ensure operational safety, manage work orders, and collaborate with engineering and management to develop effective job plans. Required qualifications include a 2-year degree or equivalent experience, a mechanical or electrical background, and 2-5 years of relevant experience. The position values safety and aims for a work-life balance with benefits like 401(k) and paid leave.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of maintenance planning, manufacturing, or supply management experience preferred.
• Strong commitment to honesty and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Perform work according to established safety rules with a goal of ZERO Accidents.
• Serve as primary liaison between Maintenance and plant departments.
• Plan and schedule preventive maintenance work with Operations and Maintenance Supervisors.

Skills

Proficiency with an ERP / CMMS manufacturing system

Analytical skills

Mathematical skills

Computer skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

2-year degree or equivalent experience

Mechanical and/or Electrical background

Job description

Responsible for the planning and scheduling of all maintenance work performed, improving workforce productivity and work quality by eliminating, in advance, potential delays and obstacles through proper planning and coordination of parts, machine down time and manpower.

Work Location & Conditions

• Daily onsite role at an active mine site in Ripley, MS
• Work conditions may include uneven terrain, ladders, stairs, and exposure to heat, rain, mud, dust, and noise
• PPE required; physically active role in an industrial environment

Key Responsibilities

Safety First

• Perform work in accordance with established safety rules with a goal of ZERO Accidents
• Ensure maintenance employees have the proper tools and training to perform work safely
• Identify near misses and coordinate corrective actions
• Prioritize safety requirements in all maintenance planning activities

Maintenance Planning & Coordination

• Serve as the primary liaison between Maintenance and plant departments
• Receive, review, and process all maintenance work orders (excluding emergencies)
• Screen work requests to ensure accuracy, necessity, and appropriate scope
• Coordinate with Engineering and Management on work requiring design support
• Develop detailed job plans including labor, materials, tools, and duration
• Estimate labor hours, manpower requirements, and total job cost
• Verify parts availability and requisition materials prior to scheduling
• Create sketches, diagrams, and planning documentation as needed

Scheduling & Execution Support

• Plan and schedule preventive maintenance (PM) work with Operations and Maintenance Supervisors
• Maintain and manage work order backlog by priority and readiness
• Develop daily and weekly maintenance schedules aligned with manpower availability
• Issue approved schedules and planning packages to supervisors
• Track work order progress and follow up on completed jobs
• Maintain standard job plans for recurring maintenance work
• Review actual vs. estimated labor and materials to improve planning accuracy
• Maintain shutdown work packages for unplanned downtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficiency with an ERP / CMMS manufacturing system
• 2‑year degree or equivalent experience required
• Mechanical and/or Electrical background required (technical school preferred)
• 2–5 years of maintenance planning, manufacturing, or supply management experience preferred
• Strong analytical, mathematical, computer, and problem‑solving skills
• Demonstrated commitment to Honesty and Integrity

Why Apply

• 401(k) with 6% company match
• Paid parental leave, generous PTO, and paid holidays
• Strong focus on work‑life balance
• Career growth with exposure to senior leadership
• Annual merit increase opportunity
• Fitness & gym reimbursement

Oil-Dri is committed to providing equal opportunity for all teammates and qualified candidates without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Accordingly, all employment decisions and personnel actions or programs such as hiring, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, transfers, reductions in workforce, and training, etc. will be consistent with the principle of equal employment opportunity.