Turnaround Planner

ManpowerGroup Global, Inc.; Norge, Lynwood (OK, CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm is seeking a Turnaround Planner to join their project management team in Carson, CA. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience as a Control Valve Planner and will be responsible for developing work scopes, organizing materials, and creating job planning packages. Strong organizational and leadership skills are essential for success in this role, along with proficiency in Microsoft software and experience in maintenance planning. The position requires 40 hours per week during the planning phase and involves potential travel.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a Control Valve Planner.
• Experience in preparing and reviewing test/work packages.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and valve specs.

Responsibilities

• Develop control valve work scope.
• Identify and produce construction work packages.
• Create detailed planning activities in P6.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership abilities

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Ability to work without close supervision

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

SAP

Primavera P6

Job description

Our client, a leader in the industrial sector, is seeking a Turnaround Planner to join their team. As a Turnaround Planner, you will be part of the project management team supporting various operational initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, excellent leadership abilities, and a proactive approach to problem-solving, which will align successfully with the organization's goals.

What’s the Job?

CONTROL VALVE PLANNER

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN CARSON, CA.

LOCAL CANDIDATES PREFERRED.

WORK SCHEDULE 40 HOURS PER WEEK DURING PLANNING PHASE; 7/12'S SCHEDULE DURING TURNAROUND EXECUTION.

PLANNING PHASE EXPECTED FROM 8/4/25 - 9/2026, EXECUTION PHASE 10/2026 - 11/2026, PROJECT CLOSEOUT - 12/2026

REQUIRED PPE: HARD HAT, SAFETY GLASSES, STEEL TOE BOOTS, FRC CLOTHING

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Proven ability to effectively interact with multi-functional areas (Planning, Scheduling, Engineering, Logistics, Purchasing, Finance, Quality, etc.)
• Understands instrumentation construction and workflow processes.
• Some bending, climbing, crawling, lifting and shift work will be required.
• Ability to accurately perform other duties as assigned.
• Understands quality standards as outlined by Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, valve specs, and location plans
• Experience in preparing and reviewing test /work packages for issuance to the field
• 5+ years as a Control Valve Planner
• Proficient in the use of computers and business software, including Microsoft (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook), SAP, Primavera P6.
• 5+ years of Control Valve Tech maintenance experience and/or CV maintenance planning
• Ability to QA/QC work packages after work completion.
• Ability to understand Preventive Maintenance programs and how to translate that to work packages.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with the development of the control valve work scope.
• Identify, scope, and produce construction work packages for execution.
• Ability to read BOM and identify parts need for valve overhauls.
• Perform and lead field walks for site verification.
• Organizing materials through expediting, quoting prices, and ensuring the correct parts are available for jobs.
• Create detailed planning activities in P6 for each work order utilizing planning templates as applicable. Activities include individual tasks, manpower, durations, and assigned discipline.
• Provide daily schedule updates during outage execution.
• Create job planning packages for each work order per Air Products guidelines for both internal and external distribution, e.g. bid events, contractor field personnel, etc. Packages may include pictures, P&IDs, BOMs, tools, safe work procedures, applicable standards, QC requirements, etc.
• Support Air Products Management of Change process, recognizing plant changes and following through on all documentation and recommendations in a timely manner.
• Ability to effectively communicate scope, revisions, and activity breakdowns to other groups.
• Acknowledge and uphold high standards of housekeeping in assigned areas and on all job sites. Conduct frequent formal housekeeping inspections of plant areas.
• Complete close out and documentation as required by Air Products standards and procedures.

PERFORMANCE STANDARD:

• Willing to work a wide variety of scheduled days and hours, following strict fatigue management guidelines. Travel may be required as much as 25% depending on projects.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Utilizes positive and constructive attitude toward resolution of problems and conflicts.
• Accepts direction, criticism, and supervision.
• Demonstrates ability to remain calm in demanding situations.
• Ability to work within and promote a teamwork philosophy.
• Makes good use of time, completing assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to demonstrate and perform efficiently and reliably all categories of this document.

REQUIRED ABILITIES AND CONDUCT:

• Able to achieve various State mandated certifications, TWIC, and other requirements as may be deemed necessary.
• Prioritize Zero is achievable safety policy in words and actions to protect self, others and the environment.
• High ethical standards - unwilling to compromise on worker safety and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Demonstrates positive, supportive, and cooperative behavior in interacting with co-workers, supervisors and management.
• Maintains confidentiality of written and verbal information pertaining to Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., its staff, management and participating onsite affiliates.

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