Maintenance Planner - Mechanical

Lubrizol; Painesville (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lubrizol is seeking an experienced Maintenance Planner to develop and optimize job plans for maintenance activities in our chemical manufacturing environment. The role focuses on safe, efficient execution of planned work per established procedures and schedules, coordinating inputs from materials, operations, and crafts to ensure reliable plant performance.

The successful candidate will leverage CMMS and SAP knowledge, drive data quality in planning, and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Reviews work orders for completeness and quality and returns incomplete orders to Gatekeeper.
• Prepares job plans and inputs plan into CMMS with resources and services.
• Prepares job packages for Work Coordinator and Crafts to ensure safe, quality execution.
• Maintains backlog and reviews daily for key actions.

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Shape the Future with Us.

At Lubrizol, we’re bringing to life the chemistry behind clean water, efficient transportation, reliable infrastructure, critical medicines, and the products people rely on every day through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion.

As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact - on your career, your community, and the world around you.

Job Summary:

The purpose of this job is to develop job plans for Maintenance requested jobs, so the work can be executed in a safe, efficient, and effective manner per the scheduled steps listed in the job plan.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reviews work orders for completeness / all required information (based on a good quality work order) and returns work orders to Gatekeeper if not complete.
• Uses, where possible, an archived plan for the basis of a new actual plan.
• Uses “quality feedback” from the person who completed the work to optimize archived plans.
• Provides feedback to the person who supplied the Planner Feedback Form on how the information was used (updates, communication, etc.)
• Carries out field check when needed to verify job plan.
• Prepares job plan and inputs plan into CMMS indicating the required resources, materials, and services.
• Prepares the job package for the Work Coordinator and Crafts to use to ensure a safe, quality, productive job execution.
• Works with the Material Specialist after material availability has been confirmed to update code in SAP to SRTS identifying job is ready to schedule.
• When material will NOT meet the requested Basic Finish Date (supplied by Material Coordinator), works with the Gatekeeper to identify a new date when material will be available. When applicable, works with Gatekeeper for approval to expedite material to meet a faster date.
• Identifies task activities necessary to execute a job plan safely, efficiently, and effectively.
• Identifies resources, materials, tools, and equipment required to perform tasks.
• Identifies / solicits safety information and requirements necessary to safely perform tasks.
• Records tasks / information within the work order.
• Notifies other crafts of their requirement to provide input to the job plan.
• Updates and archives repetitive job plans (validates good data before saving)
• Considers constructability and maintainability when developing plans.
• Consider material costs when selecting materials from specifications.
• Utilizes “Best Practices” where applicable during the planning process.
• Uses Subject Matter Experts (SME’s) when necessary while building proactive repair job plans to support Reliability.
• Works with Gatekeeper, Scheduler, and Material Coordinator when planning requires third party (Specialty Contractor) support on dates, cost, and scheduling.
• Maintains the backlog in assigned Planner Group Code to the agreed-on backlog, escalates when backlog is over the limit, helps others with their backlog when available.
• Reviews backlog daily for key actions
• Looks for long delivery items to inform Material Specialist
• Looks for any “Grab and Go” jobs (jobs that can be done with no planning, and no or minimal disruption to operations)
• Normal jobs to plan
• Attends Planner-required meetings.
• Maintains metrics to support role improvement

Skills, Experience, and Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent from an accredited school
• 6+ years demonstrated proficiency in amechanical craft relateddiscipline
• Must possess a detailed understanding of the function and workings of chemical plant mechanical equipment (rotating and static equipment)as it relates to repairs, preventive maintenance, lubrication systems, welding/fabrication fundamentals,hazard identification, etc.
• Experience and knowledge working with a CMMS system to create maintenance job plans and maintenance packages.
• Experience identifying technical specifications and instructions required for field use.
• Demonstrates high level ofattention to detail in all aspects of the job package development; planning, competitive bidding, reviewing, completing paperwork, allocating resources (tools, equipment, parts) and scheduling resources (3rd party vendors)
• Demonstrates proficientability in developing, understanding, and considering options for the most valuable maintenance scope through troubleshooting technical diagnostic capabilities, cause analysis, etc.
• Demonstrates good organizational techniques in order to manage backlog / volume of work, varying complexity of jobs, assorted priority / urgency, etc.
• Understanding and familiarity with Management of Change (MOC), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), different types of permitting, energy isolation,
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills to interface with maintenance, operations, engineering, contractors, and management
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams,etc.)
• Excellent judgement and knowledge of flow efficiency
• Previous experience in a chemical plant, refinery, power generation, or heavy manufacturing environment

Considered a Plus:

• Experience with SAP/S4 HANA Plant Maintenance (PM) CMMS
• Previous Maintenance Planning experience

Working Conditions:

• Ability to work in inclement weather and plant environment.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairways
• Presence of nuisance odors from chemical processes, testing facilities, or laboratories occasionally present.
• Many areas may be noisy, requiring hearing protection to be worn
• Willing and able to work off-hours/weekends as required

Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. ™ Delivered by You.

For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions—from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems —are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you.

We tackle the world’s toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern world—brought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you. Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future.

We win because of you. Let’s build the future together.

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