Maintenance Shutdown Scheduler

LANXESS; El Dorado (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global bonus program

Retirement plans

Health and life insurance

Training and development

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

LANXESS in El Dorado, AR seeks a Maintenance Shutdown Scheduler to lead planning, coordination, and execution of maintenance during plant shutdowns. You will partner with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, Procurement, EH&S and contractors to ensure safety, on-time delivery, and budget adherence.

This role requires 5–10 years in industrial maintenance with shutdown coordination; proficiency in planning tools (MS Project, SAP, Prometheus); strong project management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; technical degree preferred.
• 5–10 years of industrial maintenance experience including 2+ years in shutdown coordination or project management.
• Proficiency with planning/scheduling software such as MS Project, SAP, Prometheus.
• Knowledge of maintenance processes, plant equipment, and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive shutdown plans with scope, timelines, resources, and task prioritization.
• Build and maintain detailed shutdown schedules to minimize impact and improve efficiency.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and contractors for aligned execution.
• Allocate manpower, equipment, and materials; secure contractor services and timely resources.
• Create and manage purchase orders, track invoices, and monitor budgets.
• Serve as primary contact for shutdown communications and progress reviews.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements; conduct risk assessments and mitigation.
• Oversee execution, monitor schedule, resolve issues, and lead post-shutdown reviews.

Skills

Shutdown planning

Microsoft Project

SAP

Prometheus

Budget management

Contractor coordination

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical or advanced degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Project

SAP

Prometheus

Job description

Job Highlights

The Maintenance Shutdown Scheduler leads the planning, coordination, and execution of maintenance activities during scheduled plant shutdowns. This role partners closely with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, Procurement, EH&S, and external contractors to ensure shutdown work is completed safely, on time, and within budget. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Develop comprehensive shutdown plans, including scope definition, timelines, resource requirements, and task prioritization.
• Build and maintain detailed shutdown schedules to minimize operational impact and optimize efficiency.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and contractors to ensure all shutdown activities are aligned and execution-ready.
• Allocate manpower, equipment, and materials; secure contractor services and ensure timely delivery of required resources.
• Create and manage purchase orders, track invoices, and monitor shutdown budgets to ensure cost control.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for shutdown communications, leading planning meetings and progress reviews.
• Ensure all activities comply with company safety standards and regulatory requirements; conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation plans.
• Oversee shutdown execution, monitor schedule adherence, resolve issues in real time, and lead post-shutdown reviews to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement.

Experience / Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Technical degree or advanced degree preferred.
• 5–10 years of relevant industrial maintenance experience (mechanical and/or I&E), including at least 2 years in shutdown coordination, planning, or project management.
• Proficiency with planning and scheduling software (e.g., Microsoft Project, SAP, Prometheus).
• Strong knowledge of maintenance processes, plant equipment, and applicable safety regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, purchase orders, and contractor coordination.
• Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Location

El Dorado Central

Employee Type

Regular

Who We Are

LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with about 12,000 employees in 32 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS has achieved leading positions in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index and the MSCI ESG and ISS ESG ratings, among others, for its commitment to sustainability.

What We Offer You

• Compensation We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program. Please note, the actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level.
• Comprehensive Benefits We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.
• Work-Life & Flexibility We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global "Xwork" program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
• Training & Development We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
• Diversity LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs.

LANXESS has a value-based performance culture. We are seeking a range of human interests, backgrounds, and experiences that can be engaged to achieve respect, ownership, trust, professionalism, integrity and healing across all sectors.

We are looking to find diverse and talented people to join our team. Studies have shown that some individuals are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. We are looking to equalize the gap! If you are excited about this role but your past experiences do not align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We will look to assess your talent against our competencies, values and requirements to get the best organizational fit. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles we have available!

Join the LANXESS team!