Maintenance Planner

Calumet, Inc.; Shreveport, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Calumet, Inc. is seeking an I&E Planner in a heavy industrial environment. The role screens work orders, defines scope, and analyzes planning needs to support maintenance activities. You will conduct field visits, identify hazards, and ensure safety procedures are integrated into the job plan.

Responsibilities include estimating hours, planning for skilled trades, and coordinating with management to set priorities. Proficiency with SAP/Maximo and MS Office is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of experience as a Journeyman I&E Technician OR a Maintenance Planner in a heavy industrial environment (e.g., chemical, refining, power generation, manufacturing).
• Strong understanding of industrial instrumentation, electrical systems (low/medium voltage), motor controls, PLCs, and P&IDs.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and plan tasks.
• Computer skills required: JDE/SAP/Maximo experience; Spreadsheet and Microsoft Office; Project Management Software (MS Project, etc.); Email (Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Screen incoming work orders, identify scope and analyze required planning level.
• Conduct field walk downs to identify and document job requirements.
• Identify safety hazards; ensure safety procedures are included in the plan.
• Estimate hours for each task and total work order duration; determine skills required.
• Plan jobs with appropriate detail for skilled trades workforce.
• Determine QA/QC requirements and procure equipment/tools accordingly.
• Gathers engineering documents, specifications, and drawings; produce budget estimates (within 10-15%).
• Write clear work packages and procedures; plan parts to maximize wrench time.

Skills

Industrial instrumentation

Electrical systems

Motor controls

PLCs

P&IDs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

PURPOSE:

The I&E Planner is responsible for screening work orders, identifying scope and performing analysis of required level of planning. This position interacts with other Maintenance personnel and reports directly to the Maintenance Manager.

KEY OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for initial screening of incoming work orders, identification of scope, and analysis of required level of planning
• Conducts field walk downs to identify and document job requirements.
• Identifies specific safety hazards that will be encountered in the performance of the proposed work
• Make safety procedures, including lock-out/tag-out procedures available to employees; ensure that all aspects of the existing company safety policy are incorporated into the job plan.
• Estimates required hours for each work order tasks, total work order duration, and skills required to perform each task
• Plans jobs with appropriate level of detail for the given skilled trades workforce
• Determines and includes QA/QC requirements on jobs
• Procures equipment and specialized tools required to perform work
• Gathers necessary engineering or technical documents, specifications, and drawings
• Provides budgetary estimates for work packages that fall within 10-15%
• Writes clear and concise work packages & procedures
• Plans parts for all projects to increase "wrench time" and maximize efficiency
• Compiles information into a job package that is ready for skilled trades - clearly communicates with skilled trades regarding critical steps in the process
• Prints and delivers work orders to the skilled trades in conjunction with the weekly work schedule.
• Upon completion of jobs, communication with skilled trades regarding ideas and procedures that would make future jobs more efficient
• Coordinates priority setting with the management team - places specific emphasis on obtaining the input of operations personnel in the setting of priorities
• Keeps bills of materials current
• Measure the I&E backlog in its various forms and continually always maintain no less than 2 weeks’ worth of ready backlog
• Responsible, along with scheduler, for equipment and repair parts data entry and management.
• Ensure that equipment in MC status has Purchase orders assigned and tracking status of delivery dates
• Work with identified leaders to set priorities on which job needs to be planned first
• Ensure estimator tools are used to plan jobs for accurate job length
• Additional duties as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• : 5+ years of experience as a Journeyman I&E Technician OR a Maintenance Planner in a heavy industrial environment (e.g., chemical, refining, power generation, manufacturing).
• Strong understanding of industrial instrumentation, electrical systems (low/medium voltage), motor controls, PLCs, and P&IDs
• Demonstrated ability to organize and plan tasks
• Computer skills required: JDE/SAP/Maximo experience: Spreadsheet and Microsoft (Excel, Word), Project Management Software (MS Project, etc.) Email (Outlook)

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:

• Prior supervisory experience highly preferred

COMPETENCIES:

• Reads and interprets vendor manuals and drawings
• Communicates clearly and effectively with shop floor personnel, vendors, OEM suppliers, and management personnel
• Performs some level of cost analysis and work within a structured budget
• Write detailed repair reports
• Develops and delivers a clear and concise presentation when required
• Learn and apply maintenance best practices.
• Self-Directed and motivated - Able to work towards specific goals and objectives with limited daily oversight
• Demonstration of Calumet Values - Safety, Environment & Social Responsibility, Teamwork, Ownership, Passion for Customers, and Excellence