Planner 2, Maintenance

FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation is seeking a Planner 2, Maintenance to ensure reliability and efficiency of facility equipment and systems. You will plan, schedule, and coordinate maintenance activities, aiming to minimize downtime and support continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, monitor KPIs, and maintain CMMS data integrity while adhering to safety and quality SOPs. Prior experience in pharma maintenance is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education/experience requirements for maintenance or engineering, including pharma context.
• Experience with planning and scheduling maintenance activities and related software.
• Familiarity with FDA guidelines is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages maintenance planning, scheduling, and job plans.
• Assists with planning and scheduling site-wide shutdowns and slowdowns.
• Makes and maintains accurate maintenance activity records and documentation.
• Partners with stakeholders to develop work instructions and schedules.
• Coordinates with production and logistics to minimize downtime.
• Monitors KPIs such as work order backlog and schedule accuracy.
• Ensures data accuracy in CMMS and analyzes data to optimize plans.
• Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement and collaborates cross-functionally.

Skills

Effective communication

Time management

Analytical/problem solving

Prioritization

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

Maintenance best practices

Mentoring/training

Data management (Excel)

Education

High School Diploma/GED with 6 years maintenance/engineering experience

Associate’s degree in Maintenance or related field with 4 years experience

Bachelor’s degree in Maintenance/Engineering or related field with 2 years experience

Tools

CMMS

Enterprise Asset Management (EAM)

Job description

The Planner 2, Maintenance ensures the reliability and efficiency of the equipment and systems at the facility. This role uses knowledge of maintenance processes and regulatory requirements to plan, schedule, and coordinate maintenance activities to optimize operational productivity and minimize downtime. Additionally, this role seeks opportunities for continuous improvement and collaborates cross-functionally to ensure successful completion of maintenance activities.

Job Description

What You’ll Do

• Develops and manages the Maintenance planning, scheduling, and job plans
• Assists with planning and scheduling of site-wide shutdowns and slowdowns
• Maintains accurate maintenance activity records and documentation
• Partners with stakeholders to develop work instructions and schedules
• Coordinates with production and logistics teams to ensure work is executed on time and minimizes out of service time
• Monitors key performance indicators (KPIs), including Work Order backlog, rescheduled work, and schedule accuracy to identify trends and areas for improvement
• Ensures planning data is accurate and up to date in the company’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Analyzes data (e.g., equipment history, performance, etc.) to optimize maintenance planning and schedules, reliability, and supply chain performance
• Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement initiatives to reduce equipment downtime and improve equipment life expectancy
• Partners with required stakeholders to develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Builds and maintains relationships with cross-functional teams, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure high-quality materials and job plans
• Follows standard operating procedures (SOPs) and protocols to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
• Notifies management or Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) when unsafe conditions or hazards are found
• Other duties, as assigned

Knowledge & Skills

• Effective communication, both written and oral
• Strong time management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects
• Willingness to adapt to new processes, technologies, and regulations
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Detail-oriented
• Knowledge of maintenance best practices
• Ability to train or mentor others
• Strong data management and Microsoft Excel skills

Required Skills

• High School Diploma/GED with 6 years of experience maintenance or engineering; or
• Associate’s degree in Maintenance or related field with 4 years of experience in maintenance or engineering; or
• Bachelor’s degree in Maintenance, Engineering, or related field with 2 years of experience in maintenance or engineering
• Experience in maintenance or engineering in the pharmaceutical industry
• Experience with planning and scheduling maintenance activities and related software (e.g., Enterprise Asset Management (EAM), CMMS)
• Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations (e.g., Food & Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines)

Preferred Skills And Certification

• Experience with CMMS software implementation and maintenance
• Experience with project management methodologies, such as Agile or Waterfall
• Experience with maintenance troubleshooting and continuous improvement processes

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Will work in environment which may necessitate respiratory protection. X No Yes

May work in Mechanical/Production spaces that may require hearing protection and enrollment in a hearing conservation program. X No Yes

Will work in environment operating a motor vehicle or Powered Industrial Truck. X No Yes

Ability to discern audible cues. No X Yes

Ability to inspect or perform a task with 20/20 corrected vision, visual acuity, including distinguishing color. X No Yes

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to ascend or descend ladders, scaffolding, ramps, etc. X No Yes

Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time. X No Yes frequency/minutes (If yes, may specify frequency/duration: up to 15, 30, 120, 240 minutes)

Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time. No X Yes 120 minutes

Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include writs, hands and/or fingers. X No Yes

Ability to operate machinery and/or power tools. X No Yes

Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to X pounds. X No Yes If yes, 10 lbs. 33 lbs.

Ability to bend, push or pull, reach to retrieve materials from 18” to 60” in height, and use twisting motions. X No Yes

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Will work in warm/cold environments. X No Yes Range (If yes, specify approximate temperature ranges.)

Will work in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind. X No Yes

Will work in small and/or enclosed spaces. X No Yes

Will work in heights greater than 4 feet. X No Yes