MAINTENANCE PLANNER MECHANICAL

Carpenter Technology USA; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

Reading, PA location

Job summary

Carpenter Technology Corporation in Reading, PA is seeking experienced Mechanical Planners to contribute to a legacy of precision and progress. The role focuses on planning maintenance activities for the Area Maintenance team, coordinating resources, parts, and external labor to ensure safe, reliable execution.

Candidates should have 5 years of heavy industry experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and expertise with mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience as qualified craft personnel (Mechanical Discipline) in a heavy industrial environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent technical and operational knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment and systems.
• Develop formal Knowledge and gain certification in Shutdown Planning.
• Develop formal Maintenance Planning knowledge and gain certification in Maintenance Planning and Scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Plan maintenance activities for the assigned Area Maintenance team, ensuring resources, parts, and procedures are identified before scheduling.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Coordinator, Engineering, vendors, procurement, and production to ensure resources are available for safe, reliable execution.
• Support adherence to work management processes and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical planning

Leadership

MS Office

SAP experience

Safety standards

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter’s high‑performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets.

Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter’s wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next‑generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing.

We are seeking experienced/knowledgeable Mechanical Planners who are ready to contribute to a legacy of precision, performance, and progress.

With over 136 years of innovation and excellence, our Reading, PA site continues to be the heart of our operations and a cornerstone of our community. Founded in 1889, our Reading facility has been continuously modernized to meet the demands of today’s industry.

We utilize a unique blend of well‑engineered legacy equipment alongside state‑of‑the‑art technology.

Carpenter Technology has a proud history of delivering cutting‑edge metallurgical solutions while supporting generations of employees with rewarding, competitive‑paying careers–and enriching the lives of their families.

Why Carpenter Technology Safety First:

The safety of all employees is Carpenter Technology’s top priority. We stand firm, live by, and do not compromise our values.

• Competitive Pay: Rates starting at $50+/hour
• Excellent Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, best-in-class 401(k) program, and performance‑based recognition.
• Location Perks: Nestled in the scenic mountains of Pennsylvania, Reading offers unmatched outdoor experiences for nature lovers and adventurers.

Primary Role

The Maintenance Planner is responsible for the effective planning of maintenance activities for the assigned Area Maintenance team. They are responsible for ensuring that non‑emergency maintenance activities are planned, by ensuring that all resources, including, but not limited to, detailed operations, material and spare parts, external labor resources, drawings, manuals and lock out procedures, are identified and made available to the execution team, prior to the job being scheduled. They will coordinate with associated Maintenance Coordinator, Engineering, external vendors and contractors, warehouse personnel, procurement personnel and Production Personnel, to ensure that all required resources are available prior to execution, thus enabling work to be executed in a safe, reliable, cost‑effective manner, and in alignment with established work management processes.

Requirements

• 5 years’ experience as qualified craft personnel (Mechanical Discipline) in a heavy industrial environment, preferably in steel, metal, or manufacturing industries.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent technical and operational knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment and systems.
• Develop formal Knowledge and gain certification in Shutdown Planning.
• Develop formal Maintenance Planning knowledge and gain certification in Maintenance Planning and Scheduling.
• Knowledgeable in TPM/LEAN preferred.
• Strong continuous improvement and project/program management skills.
• Proactive problem‑solving skills with the ability to recommend and implement solutions.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical circuitry diagrams and drawings preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Ability to operate independently, to multi‑task, and to prioritize quickly.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient in MS Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of OSHA, NFPA, and other safety standards.
• Problem‑solving mindset with a focus on minimizing downtime.

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.

Carpenter Technology Corporation offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Learn more Carpenter Technology Corporation is committed to ensuring that its online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact us by emailing [e-mail]. We will work to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages sent for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to 5 business days.