Strategic Maintenance Scheduler — GMP & CMMS

MSD Malaysia; West Point (PA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in the United States is seeking a Maintenance Scheduler to build effective schedules that minimize downtime and maximize mechanic productivity. You will collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize work and ensure GMP compliance, safety, and cost targets.

The role focuses on forward-looking scheduling for planned Preventative, Predictive and Corrective work orders, with some supervisory coverage of hourly staff when needed.

Qualifications

• Experience with CMMS/SAP and Excel for maintenance planning and reporting.
• B.S. or B.A. degree required; 4-year technical/engineering preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Gather inputs from stakeholders to build 1–4 week maintenance schedules.
• Align scheduling with equipment and labor availability; plan shutdowns.
• Publish schedules, lead scheduling meetings, and track KPIs.
• Drive prioritization based on compliance, deadlines and backlog.
• Execute CMMS/CCMS tasks: initiation, review, approval, closure.
• Generate and present KPIs; pursue continuous improvement.

Skills

Adaptability

CMMS

Critical Thinking

Data Analysis

Continuous Improvement

Electrical Systems

Engineering Design

Equipment Maintenance

Manufacturing Processes

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Regulatory Compliance

Root Cause Analysis

Safety Procedures

Teamwork

Technical Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

4-year technical or engineering degree

Tools

CMMS

SAP

Excel

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in the United States is seeking a Maintenance Scheduler to build effective schedules that minimize downtime and maximize mechanic productivity. You will collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize work and ensure GMP compliance, safety, and cost targets.

The role focuses on forward-looking scheduling for planned Preventative, Predictive and Corrective work orders, with some supervisory coverage of hourly staff when needed.