Maintenance Planner and Purchasing Coordinator

1440 Foods Manufacturing; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Free protein bars and healthy snacks

Paid time off

In-house training and promotion opportunities

Job summary

1440 Foods Manufacturing in Jeffersonville, Indiana is seeking a Maintenance Planner & Purchasing Coordinator to optimize equipment performance and minimize downtime. This role includes developing maintenance schedules, implementing preventive maintenance programs, and coordinating resources with vendors. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 2 years of experience in maintenance planning, preferably in a food production context. Benefits include competitive pay, health coverage, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of maintenance planning/scheduling experience in manufacturing, preferably in food production.
• Experience with CMMS programs for preventative maintenance and work orders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule maintenance activities to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive maintenance schedule.
• Create and implement preventive maintenance programs.

Skills

Proficiency in CMMS software

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication abilities

Problem-solving skills

Commitment to safety and compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

1440 Foods is a sports and active nutrition company on a mission to help energize people to unleash their potential with a focused portfolio of accessible, great-tasting health and wellness brands: Pure Protein® nutrition bars; and Body Fortress® high efficacy protein powders; MET-Rx® high-performance meal replacements. Join our fun, fast-paced company to be a part of growing 1440 Foods into the future!

Job Overview

The Maintenance Planner & Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and scheduling maintenance activities to ensure optimal equipment performance and minimize downtime in a manufacturing environment. This role involves collaborating with various departments to develop maintenance plans, manage resources, and implement preventive maintenance programs.

Job Responsibilities

Maintenance Planning

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive maintenance schedule for all equipment and machinery.
• Schedule/reschedule services as priorities and availability shift.

Preventive Maintenance

• Create and implement preventive maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability.
• Monitor and analyze maintenance trends to recommend improvements.

Resource Management

• Coordinate with maintenance technicians and supervisors to allocate resources effectively.
• Coordinate service requests with vendors or suppliers.
• Maintain parts room, ensure availability of necessary parts and materials for maintenance tasks.

Work Order Management

• Create, track, and close work orders using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including labor hours and materials used.

Collaboration

• Work closely with cross functional team to minimize disruptions.
• Report to management on work order completion rates; schedule compliance and other metrics needed to convey performance and opportunities for improvement.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and new maintenance technologies.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Proficiency in CMMS software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to effectively communicate with other technicians, operators, and leadership to maintain a high level of cooperation among all departments.
• Commitment to safety and compliance with all relevant regulations and standards, including OSHA, FDA, and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of maintenance planning/scheduling experience in manufacturing (food production preferred).
• Experience with CMMS programs used for preventative maintenance, work orders, and spare parts tracking.

Work Environment

• Exposure to both the office setting and food manufacturing facility.
• Significant amount of time working at a computer station.
• Occasional visits to various areas of the manufacturing floor.
• Must wear required PPE while in all manufacturing areas.
• Moving parts and machinery are present in the plant.

Physical demands

• Frequent sitting, standing, or walking.
• Occasional ability to lift up to 30lbs.
• Ability to physically perform functions of repetitive motion, grasping, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, crouching, kneeling, stooping, balancing, and climbing.
• Noise levels will vary, higher noise levels exist while in the plant operations areas.

What We Offer

• Compensation: Competitive pay including automatic wage increases with continued service, performance bonuses, and 401(k) with company match.
• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one, HSA and FSA, EAP program, and onsite gym.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Learning and Advancement: In-house training and internal job board for promotion opportunities.
• Recognition and Rewards: Performance bonuses and service awards.
• Community Outreach: Charitable activities and local impact opportunities.
• Other Perks: Free protein bars and healthy snacks.

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