Planner

Nutrien Ag Solutions Limited; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrien is seeking a skilled Maintenance Planner to review and prioritize work orders, create detailed job plans, and monitor costs in an industrial setting. You will coordinate materials, maintain backlogs, and develop schedules while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates have 5 years of Mechanical/IE experience, a technical degree or trade certification, and strong communication skills. CMMS and Microsoft Project proficiency are required for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5 years of experience in Mechanical or IE work (chemical plant or mine preferred).
• Internal candidates must have completed the Planner PreVue test and Planner Oracle training.
• Technical degree or trade certification is desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Knowledge of the Advantis planner level system, equipment management system, materials management procedures, and purchasing procedures.
• Ability to use parts books, manuals, blueprints, etc.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, project management, and CMMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Review, develop, and prioritize maintenance work orders for accuracy, scope, and readiness.
• Create job plans detailing labor, materials, tools, and sequencing.
• Estimate labor and material costs and monitor work order and purchase order spending.
• Coordinate material availability with warehouse and Materials Department.
• Maintain and manage maintenance backlog and preventive maintenance plans.
• Develop and distribute daily and weekly work schedules; attend scheduling meetings.
• Serve as the primary liaison for maintenance activities and coordinate with associated crafts.
• Support safety planning by identifying required precautions, PPE, and compliance requirements.
• Ensure all work complies with company, state, and federal safety and regulatory standards.
• Track completed work and maintain accurate work order history.

Skills

Maintenance planning

CMMS

Microsoft Project

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree or trade certification

Tools

CMMS systems

Microsoft Office

Parts books/manuals/blueprints

Job description

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.

What You'll Do:

• Review, develop, and prioritize maintenance work orders for accuracy, scope, and readiness
• Create job plans detailing labor, materials, tools, and sequencing
• Estimate labor and material costs and monitor work order and purchase order spending
• Coordinate material availability with warehouse and Materials Department
• Maintain and manage maintenance backlog and preventive maintenance plans
• Develop and distribute daily and weekly work schedules; attend scheduling meetings
• Serve as the primary liaison for maintenance activities and coordinate with associated crafts
• Support safety planning by identifying required precautions, PPE, and compliance requirements
• Ensure all work complies with company, state, and federal safety and regulatory standards
• Track completed work and maintain accurate work order history
• Experience in maintenance planning/scheduling, preferably in an industrial environment
• Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and communication skills
• Proficiency in CMMS systems and Microsoft tools (Microsoft Project preferred)
• Knowledge of safety procedures, maintenance workflows, and cost controls

What You'll Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Internal candidates must have completed the Planner PreVue test and completed the Planner Oracle training, at minimum
• 5yearsof experience in Mechanical or I E work (prefer mechanical or I E experience in a chemical plant or mine)
• Technical degree or trade school certification is desirable
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential
• Knowledge of the Advantis planner level system, equipmentmanagementsystem, materialsmanagementprocedures, and purchasing procedures
• Ability to properly use parts books, manuals, blueprints, etc
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of all processing methods and equipment related to area ofresponsibility
• Proficiency in the use of various software products including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheets,project management, and CMMS Systems
• Ability todeterminetasks, tasks sequencing, equipment capabilities, estimating man-hours for each task, material estimated and cost estimate for any maintenance activity intheirarea ofresponsibility

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer.We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.

Please be advised that pre-screen interviews may be transcribed (there will be no audio or video recording) and that artificial intelligence tools may be used to summarize the transcript of the discussion. These tools will not be used to make or influence hiring decisions. Biometric identifiers and biometric information will not be captured. If you wish to request an alternative process or a reasonable accommodation, please contact the recruiter identified in this posting.

Our Recruitment Process: Application > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien

At Nutrien, we never stop growing, because our world never does.Our size can help us weather a storm, but with that ability comes agreat responsibility—to our growers and customers, our employees andshareholders, our communities, and the planet.

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