Maintenance Planner – CMMS, Parts & Contractor Liaison

Shin-Etsu Silicones of America; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shin-Etsu Silicones of America is seeking a Maintenance Planner in Ohio to maintain CMMS equipment data, manage inventory, and coordinate with contractors. The role supports the Maintenance Supervisor and drives PM program efficiency.

The candidate should have strong maintenance experience, CMMS knowledge, and the ability to work with multiple stakeholders in a manufacturing environment. This on-site position emphasizes safety and efficient maintenance operations.

Qualifications

• 5 years of industrial maintenance experience required.
• CMMS and equipment knowledge strongly preferred; Journeyman certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, fabrication/welding, pneumatics, pumps, electrical and HVAC.
• Ability to coordinate with maintenance supervisor, technicians, contractors and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Maintain CMMS equipment information and inventory levels.
• Create PMs for new and existing equipment.
• Manage MPulse system: enter and update machine information, estimate labor hours, tools and parts; audit work orders.
• Order material and parts for work orders; enter purchase requisitions and track deliveries.
• Serve as point of contact for outside contractors on site; escalate to supervisor for complex discussions.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and proper storage conditions.
• Comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations on site.
• Create procedural manuals for PM tasks and repeat jobs.
• Maintain records and files essential to maintenance management.
• Coordinate with maintenance supervisor, technicians, contractors and external vendors.
• Analyze equipment failures and adjust PM frequency as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Adaptability

Independent and team work

Education

Journeyman Certification

Tools

MPulse CMMS

Job description

Shin-Etsu Silicones of America is seeking a Maintenance Planner in Ohio to maintain CMMS equipment data, manage inventory, and coordinate with contractors. The role supports the Maintenance Supervisor and drives PM program efficiency.

The candidate should have strong maintenance experience, CMMS knowledge, and the ability to work with multiple stakeholders in a manufacturing environment. This on-site position emphasizes safety and efficient maintenance operations.