Strategic Maintenance Planner

Simmons Foods; Van Buren (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Foods is seeking a Maintenance Planner to prepare schedules for maintenance, repairs, and preventive tasks. The role ensures efficient execution of work orders and coordination with engineers and vendors as needed.

The position requires at least 2 years in maintenance, a valid driver's license, and flexibility to obtain a forklift license. Strong safety awareness and teamwork are essential in this manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of maintenance experience is required.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a company issued forklift license.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional trade training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops work plans for maintenance jobs, repairs and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Prepares installation plans for new equipment to support efficient scheduling.
• Performs field inspections and defines job work scopes with technical files.
• Assigns codes to work orders and uses CMMS and other software to support maintenance.
• Teaches electrical and computer skills; purchases and stages materials and tools.
• Stays current with safety rules and participates in team activities.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Trade school/Vo-tech in electrical or mechanical repair, hydraulics

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Simmons Foods is seeking a Maintenance Planner to prepare schedules for maintenance, repairs, and preventive tasks. The role ensures efficient execution of work orders and coordination with engineers and vendors as needed.

The position requires at least 2 years in maintenance, a valid driver's license, and flexibility to obtain a forklift license. Strong safety awareness and teamwork are essential in this manufacturing environment.