Maintenance Planner: Schedule & Optimize Backlogs (CMMS)

Kaiser Aluminum; Indiana (PA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Warrick Operations in Newburgh, Indiana, seeks a Maintenance Planner to support execution of mechanical work by planning, estimating, scheduling, and recording data. The role coordinates with maintenance teams to ensure timely access to parts, materials, and tools for efficient work execution.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in industrial maintenance with CMMS experience and an technical associate degree (preferred); relocation and benefits are highlighted in the package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 3 years of industrial maintenance experience with some technical education beyond high school.
• Maintenance planning experience within CMMS.
• Associates Degree in a technical discipline (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule maintenance work on daily, weekly, and shutdowns while tracking performance.
• Coordinate between the mechanical craft department and areas served by craft personnel.
• Receive mechanical requests and direct them to the appropriate maintenance supervisor.
• Estimate costs for work orders and verify availability of parts, materials, and tools.
• Maintain backlog files and produce weekly schedules for operations.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Scheduling

Backlog management

Work order coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in a technical discipline

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Kaiser Warrick Operations in Newburgh, Indiana, seeks a Maintenance Planner to support execution of mechanical work by planning, estimating, scheduling, and recording data. The role coordinates with maintenance teams to ensure timely access to parts, materials, and tools for efficient work execution.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in industrial maintenance with CMMS experience and an technical associate degree (preferred); relocation and benefits are highlighted in the package.