Maintenance Planner/Scheduler

Ainsworth Inc; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee discounts and incentives

Generous vacation policy

Hybrid working models

Job summary

Ainsworth Inc. is looking for an Occupancy Planner to join their Regional Leadership Team in Detroit, Michigan. This role involves supporting Integrated Facilities Management in the automotive sector, focusing on cross-functional collaboration and process improvement across various operational activities.

The ideal candidate should hold an Engineering Technology Associate's Degree with at least 2 years of relevant experience, or have three years of direct manufacturing experience. Key responsibilities include capital planning and project management while championing the effective use of management information systems.

Ainsworth Inc. values diversity, innovation, and offers competitive benefits from the first day of employment.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of direct manufacturing experience.
• Professional Certifications like Lean/6σ Green/Yellow Belt.
• Ability to lead development and implementation of corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Champion effective configuration and use of MIS systems.
• Conduct facilities condition assessments to boost efficiencies.
• Lead project management from defining to closeout.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

AutoCAD

Lean/6σ mindset

Project Management

Interpersonal skills

Planning and organizing

Education

Engineering Technology Associate’s Degree

Tools

Relational Databases (CMMS)

Job description

If you thrive in a team-oriented workplace that challenges your skills, to drive your career development, embraces diversity and rewards innovation, with competitive pay and great employee programs, join the GDI Ainsworth team today!

Job Summary

The GDI Ainsworth family is looking for an individual to join our Regional Leadership Team as an Occupancy Planner for one of our key Integrated Facilities Management partnerships in the Automotive Manufacturing and Engineering market. Being a member of a Regional Leadership Team you will have general knowledge and provide cross-functional support for your colleagues in both Hard and Soft Service outcome delivery within the portfolio being challenged to champion lean/6 sigma efforts for all sites and services within the your region/portfolio while owning the process for your team to ensure the proper configuration and use of Management Information Systems (e.g. CMMS, Quality Tracking Systems and other related applications). You will also engage and assist operational leaders in the planning and execution of medium and long term operational planning and specialized projects for our team and clients alike.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion the effective configuration and use of CMMMS and other MIS systems to enhance client relations and efficient operations for designated portfolio(s).
• Update required systems and technical documentation, including AutoCAD drawings, affected through the delivery of our services.
• Perform and coordinate facilities condition assessments and service delivery effectiveness evaluations while collaborating with operational leadership to increase our efficiencies.
• Ownership of capital planning process and associated tools for designated portfolio(s).
• Plan assigned projects inclusive of defining, chartering, defining success criteria, methods, timetables, budgeting, commissioning, turnover, culminating with project close out.
• Work with subject matter experts on in-depth analysis and troubleshooting of specific building systems.
• Prepare and work with unit and client leadership to obtain approval of plans/specifications/scope of new work for your unit.
• Champion the RFP and vendor selection process, with organizational supply chain support, to ensure proper sourcing of materials and services.
• Actively engage in the Quality Assurance process for your portfolio(s).
• Coordinate and lead projects related to improvement of operational processes for all areas of the operation.

Qualifications

• Three (3) or more years of direct manufacturing experience, or an Engineering Technology Associate’s Degree with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience
• Proficient in MS Office applications, Relational Databases (CMMS) and AutoCAD
• Professional Certifications (e.g. Lean/6σ Green/Yellow Belt)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) (Preferred)
• Experience in transportation and/or manufacturing industries
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate issues, proactively resolve problems, and lead the development and implementation of corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent planning, organizing, and time management skills
• Impeccable interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a diverse team at all levels
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Why work at GDI Ainsworth?

GDI Ainsworth is growing at an unprecedented rate and to help attract and retain top talent, we provide benefits on your first day with us. We offer a wide variety of benefits including the following:

Benefits

• Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental and medical benefits, including wellness supports and generous vacation
• Rewards: Service milestones and peer recognition plus Employee Discounts and Incentives
• Flexibility: Hybrid working models, where applicable
• Diversity: An inclusive organization that embraces diversity and belonging; work in a great team atmosphere with future potential for promotion within company

While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

GDI Ainsworth is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply as any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request.

GDI Ainsworth is an integrated multi-trade company, offering end-to-end services and solutions for all asset maintenance and refurbishment requirements of our customers. We are continually striving to create better and more advanced products as well as provide the highest quality service. We are rapidly growing and need talented professionals to help drive our vision at becoming the best multi-trade company in the country! Join us... Make a difference.