Maintenance Planning Specialist

Bekaert; Orrville (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bekaert in the United States is seeking a Maintenance Planning Administrator to support the efficient planning and execution of maintenance activities, including documentation, scheduling, data entry in CMMS, and cross-department coordination.

Ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical/electrical engineering with 3+ years in maintenance planning, plus strong organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and maintenance management systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or related field required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Maintenance Planning or related field required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Documentation Management: Maintain and organize maintenance records, work orders, and equipment logs.
• Scheduling: Assist in scheduling maintenance tasks and coordinating with maintenance staff to ensure timely completion.
• Data Entry: Input and update data in maintenance management software.
• Communication: Serve as a point of contact for maintenance requests and coordinate with various departments.
• Inventory Management: Track and manage inventory of maintenance supplies and parts.
• Reporting: Prepare and distribute reports on maintenance activities and performance metrics.
• Support: Provide general administrative support to the maintenance planning team, including filing, answering phones, and handling correspondence.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Technical proficiency

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

Maintenance management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

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As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.

As a dynamic and growing company with over 19 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and € 3,7 billion in combined revenue in 2025, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!

Purpose and Mission

• Responsible for providing administrative and organizational support to ensure the efficient planning and execution of maintenance activities.

Key Activities and Responsibilities

• Documentation Management: Maintain and organize maintenance records, work orders, and equipment logs.
• Scheduling: Assist in scheduling maintenance tasks and coordinating with maintenance staff to ensure timely completion.
• Data Entry: Input and update data in maintenance management software
• Communication: Serve as a point of contact for maintenance requests and communicate with various departments to coordinate maintenance activities.
• Inventory Management: Track and manage inventory of maintenance supplies and parts.
• Reporting: Prepare and distribute reports on maintenance activities and performance metrics.
• Support: Provide general administrative support to the maintenance planning team, including filing, answering phones, and handling correspondence.

Skills

• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to Detail: High attention to detail to ensure accurate record-keeping and data entry.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with office software (e.g., Microsoft Office) and maintenance management systems.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to handle multiple tasks and resolve issues efficiently.

Previous Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Maintenance Planning or a related field

Qualifications and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.

Be bold and take the leap!

We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!
At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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