- Maintenance Planner will plan and schedule available resources and materials for maintenance activities associated with preventative and corrective maintenance in the most effective and efficient way.
- Develop the detail work scope and setup forecasts for resource allocation to ensure preventative and corrective work activities are completed in conjunction with manufacturing operations activities.
- Is responsible for overseeing work order activity compliance with regulatory requirements (i.e. FDA, DEA, OSHA).
- Improve workforce productivity and work quality by anticipating and eliminating potential delays through planning and coordination of labor, parts, and material, tools, and equipment required permits, specialized documentation and equipment access.
- Compiles and maintains the master PM schedule to establish a sequence and lead time of each operation to meet scheduling dates according to production forecast or machine-specific needs
- Accurate coordination between the various maintenance groups and facility supervisors/managers.
- Associate degree or equivalent from 2-year college technical school preferred. In lieu of degree, Technical College diploma with 10+ years of experience required or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
- At least 3 to 5 years of experience in maintenance planning.
- Previous experience working within the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Medical Device, Food and Beverage, and Healthcare Industries with a thorough working knowledge of cGMPs
- Strong knowledge of CMMS systems and related systems/software; MAXIMO is highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of work management processes, labor estimating, resource balancing, etc
- Good working knowledge of facilities equipment and O&M requirements.
- Strong understanding of proper OSHA safety practices and procedures
- Good organization skills
- Technical writing ability
- Strong oral and written communications skills
- Knowledge of the purchase order system and requisition procedures.
- Must be flexible and responsive to the needs of the business.
Skills Required
- Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year technical college, or a technical college diploma with 10+ years of experience, or equivalent education, training, and experience
- At least 3 to 5 years of maintenance planning experience
- Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, food and beverage, or healthcare industries
- Thorough working knowledge of cGMPs
- Strong knowledge of CMMS systems; MAXIMO preferred
- Knowledge of work management processes, labor estimating, and resource balancing
- Working knowledge of facilities equipment and operations and maintenance requirements
- Understanding of OSHA safety practices and procedures
- Technical writing ability
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of purchase order systems and requisition procedures
- Strong organizational skills and flexibility to respond to business needs
What We Do
MENTOR Technical Group is a team of highly educated, superior trained, and dedicated professionals with expertise and experience to provide a complete portfolio of technical support and solutions for the FDA-regulated industry. MENTOR Technical Group delivers solutions with a flexible cost-effective approach to meet your company’s needs. Our purpose is to help you bridge the gap between your business strategies and results, by balancing three major aspects: People, Regulatory and Compliance, and Technology. MENTOR Technical Group’s objective is to deliver reliable tailored solutions—from consultation to becoming part of your staff. This proximity helps us develop customized frameworks to help you unlock the hidden value in your plants, facilities, equipment, and staff, while optimally integrating resources, regulations, and technology. MENTOR Technical Group’s commitment begins by getting involved from the conceptual phase up to the implementation phase of your projects. Our management staff has unparalleled experience in both the operating and consulting industries. We have over 200 technical staff members, which allows for efficient project execution. At MENTOR Technical Group, we deliver on our commitments—every time, on time. Our enthusiastic highly skilled workforce consistently meets or exceeds client expectations. We don’t just perform for our clients; we work with integrity. Our professional staff takes pride in their work and acts with a sense of ownership.
