Maintenance Planner & Shift Lead – Finishing Dept

Cleveland--cliffs-1; Rockport (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs Rockport Works is seeking a Maintenance Planner and Shift Manager in the Finishing Department to lead hourly skilled-trades and supervise daily maintenance tasks.

You will manage maintenance records, prepare outage reports, and coordinate with Engineering and Day Manager to align priorities, safety, and efficiency. Strong technical knowledge and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Safety protocols and environmental/quality standards adherence.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient computer skills including database entry and MS Office.
• Electrical or mechanical knowledge with related work experience.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Willingness to work extended hours, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Maintains records of planned and completed maintenance activities.
• Prepare outage-related reports as assigned (Pre-outage Cost, Outage Critic).
• Utilizes CMMS database and Gantt charts to manage maintenance activity.
• Evaluate requests for maintenance services; determine priority and procedures.
• Direct and oversee troubleshooting and maintenance actions on equipment.
• Coordinate with Day Manager for daily work assignments based on priorities.
• Develop and implement maintenance, quality, and safety procedures.
• Manage backlogs to maintain completion compliance of maintenance program.
• Coordinate with Engineering on plans for reconstruction or new equipment.
• Direct communication with service providers, vendors, and operations staff.

Skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Negotiation

Interpersonal communication

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related technical field

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

PowerPoint

Job description

Cleveland-Cliffs Rockport Works is seeking a Maintenance Planner and Shift Manager in the Finishing Department to lead hourly skilled-trades and supervise daily maintenance tasks.

You will manage maintenance records, prepare outage reports, and coordinate with Engineering and Day Manager to align priorities, safety, and efficiency. Strong technical knowledge and leadership are essential.