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Maintenance Planner Indianapolis, Indiana
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LARGE MANUFACTURING PLANT IN INDIANAPOLIS IS LOOKING FOR A STRONG MAINTENANCE PLANNER FOR THE 1ST SHIFT

6AM-4:30PM

LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WITH HANDS ON MAINTENANCE EXPERIENCE AS WELL

SALARY $90K-$115K

2 WEEKS VACATION

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Planner to improve workforce productivity and equipment reliability within our manufacturing/packaging facility. The Planner/Scheduler will be responsible for planning and scheduling all maintenance work, coordinating parts, equipment, and labor, and ensuring timely completion of preventive and corrective maintenance tasks. This role requires strong communication and organizational skills, technical knowledge, and the ability to work collaboratively with operations and maintenance teams.

• Plan and schedule maintenance activities, ensuring timely execution and minimal downtime
• Maintain accurate records and reports to allow analysis of completed work
• Optimize preventive maintenance (PM) programs and autonomous maintenance tasks
• Coordinate labor, machine time, and parts to eliminate potential delays
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and engineering drawings for maintenance planning
• Support maintenance workforce effectiveness and reliability best practices
• Perform work in a safe manner, following all safety rules and procedures
• May be required to work weekends or outside normal hours as needed

• Strong planning and scheduling skills
• Adequate trade knowledge to estimate labor hours, materials, and visualize job execution
• Ability to interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
• Strong analytical, administrative, and mathematical skills
• Proficiency in CMMS software, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other manufacturing software
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Knowledge of maintenance work orders, priorities, and scheduling
• Commitment to safety and customer service

• Degree, diploma, or technical school background in mechanical or electrical fields
• Minimum 10 years’ technical experience in a manufacturing or packaging environment
• Prior experience in maintenance planning or maintenance supervisory role
• SMRP membership is a plus

• Sitting, walking, frequent lifting and bending
• Work at heights or using ladders and lifts

• Competitive hourly rate or salary based on experience
• Benefits package available