Maintenance Planner: Smart Plant Scheduling & Spare Parts

Cirba-Solutions-1; Lancaster (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cirba Solutions in Lancaster, OH is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Planner to organize daily inspections, repairs, and maintenance shutdowns of plant equipment. This role requires a self-starter who can work with limited supervision and coordinate with maintenance staff and contractors.

You will develop detailed maintenance plans, manage work orders in CMMS, and help optimize parts inventory while supporting cost-effective execution and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Advanced MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint) skills.
• 4+ years in maintenance planning, storeroom management and scheduling.
• 5+ years in instrumentation, electrical and mechanical maintenance in manufacturing.
• Ability to use a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Knowledge of preventative and predictive maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of EH&S regulations, policies and programs.
• Knowledge to plan Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation repairs in an industrial setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; technical writing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of building management and utility systems.
• Self-directed with strong time management and prioritization.
• Excellent collaboration and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Health & Safety is the top priority by following policies and acting safely.
• Plan and schedule maintenance activities for a 24-hour PSM facility with internal and external workers.
• Utilize CMMS to manage work orders, keep data accurate and compliant.
• Develop and implement detailed maintenance job plans with tasks, duration, tools, and materials.
• Participate in weekly planning and scheduling meetings across multiple departments.
• Plan and coordinate with vendors and service contractors for maintenance work.
• Create/maintain libraries of job plans for preventive, predictive, and improvement activities.
• Manage spare parts and materials, store inventories, and procurement.
• Track min/max levels and coordinate offsite repairs when needed.

Skills

MS Office Suite proficiency

Excellent verbal communication

Strong time management

Team collaboration

Self-directed

Technical writing

EH&S knowledge

Instrumentation planning

Electrical/Mechanical understanding

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Cirba Solutions in Lancaster, OH is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Planner to organize daily inspections, repairs, and maintenance shutdowns of plant equipment. This role requires a self-starter who can work with limited supervision and coordinate with maintenance staff and contractors.

You will develop detailed maintenance plans, manage work orders in CMMS, and help optimize parts inventory while supporting cost-effective execution and adherence to safety standards.