Position: Maintenance Planner II

Primary Location: East St.Louis, IL 

Schedule: Full time - Monday to Friday – 40 hours work week. 

Reports to: Senior Manager - Maintenance Reliability 

Compensation: $100,000 - $115,459.83 per annum

The US base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $115,459 per annum + bonus + benefits. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. More specific salary ranges for your preferred location can be discussed during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, benefits, pension contributions and/or additional incentives.

Chemtrade is committed to delivering innovative solutions that address the complex challenges faced by our customers. As a responsible corporate citizen, we prioritize safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship in all aspects of our operations. Our talented and diverse workforce is at the heart of our success, as we recognize that their knowledge, skills, and dedication drive our ability to deliver exceptional products and services. At Chemtrade, we believe in creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. By putting people at the center of our operations, we build strong connections, nurture innovation, and create a fulfilling work experience for all.

About this Role and About You 

The Regional Maintenance Planner leads the maintenance department and is responsible for strategically optimizing resources to support asset maintenance and reliability across assigned sites. This role oversees multiple plant locations throughout the Southeastern United States, with a primary focus on Augusta, Georgia, USA.

Qualifications 

Knowledge 

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred.

• Experience in reporting progress using Gants charts and other similar tools is a plus.

Competencies

• Working knowledge of Chemical, Oil Refinery, Power, or Pulp and Paper process equipment to include but not limited to Pumps, Motors, Piping, Valves, Turbines and Heat Exchangers

• Minimum of one year of leadership experience

• Experience with safety programs in an industrial facility

• Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, power point and Project; familiarity with SAP, FIIX (purchasing and plant maintenance modules) is a plus.

• Various experience leading, managing Turn arounds is a plus.

Responsibilities

Plant Maintenance and Reliability: 60%

• Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System or Work Order system to assign work.

• Work in the standardization/Optimization of the MI program.

• Responsibilities also include Turnaround (TA) planning, execution, and post-audit evaluations.

• Perform troubleshooting of plant and/or equipment issues and lead group troubleshooting meetings.

• As required will need to work evenings or weekends during plant shutdowns, plant upsets, and abnormal resource issues.

• Implement and update policies and procedures and oversee the plant mechanical integrity program which includes Vessel Inspections, Vibration Analysis, RCFA, Oil Analysis, Infrared Analysis, Maintenance Workflow, and other developing reliability programs.

• The maintenance planner contributes towards improvement of the reliability metrics and completing most of the action items from the corporate database as it pertains to the maintenance and upkeep of equipment. Develop and supervise the short- and long-term maintenance work schedules.

• Responsible for updating and tracking materials required to complete jobs.

• Responsible for Backlog in his respective region

• Assisting plants with scheduling

• Coordinate with production/operations for lockout and permitting.

• Coordinate with production on job priority establishing priority levels for the jobs that need to be completed and materials that will be needed to finish the jobs.

• Worked in the development of critical spare parts list and optimizing current PM program.

Cost Control and Reporting: 30%

• Track, measure and act upon different maintenance KPI (PM Compliance, OVERDUE, etc.)
• Prepare assigned management reports.
• Accountable for cost control of daily work and shutdown activities.
• Responsible for budgeting, scheduling, pre-outage hazard preparation, measurement metrics, critiques, etc.
• Assist Production and Maintenance Engineers with capital investments work (AFE) and design and evaluate unit operations for process improvements.

Environment, Health & Safety: 5%

• The maintenance supervisor sets an example for safety in the department by leading and maintaining excellent personal safety performance.

People Management: 5%

• Accountable for providing supervision to the execution of maintenance work.
• Adheres to the company’s contractor management systems and policies and holds contractors accountable.

What Chemtrade Offers You

Embracing Diversity, Maximizing Results

At Chemtrade we are committed to cultivating a work environment that embraces and values the unique qualities of every employee. We believe in harnessing the richness of diverse talents, ideas, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to drive our business forward. Our vision is to create a workplace where all individuals feel respected, empowered, and inspired to contribute their experiences, ideas, and perspectives.

In our culture, we celebrate multiple approaches and viewpoints. To foster an inclusive environment, we actively encourage the creation of Employee Resource Groups. These groups provide platforms for employees to share their unique perspectives, contribute their ideas, and help shape our inclusive culture. Together, we strive to build a workplace that recognizes and celebrates the diverse voices within our organization.

We recognize that the diversity of our employees is paramount to our organization's success. It is through the diversity of perspectives that we develop and shape programs and tools that support our employees' growth and career management. Join us in our journey towards building an inclusive workplace that values diversity and promotes the personal and professional development of our employees.

We recognize the immense value of Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s) in fostering an including and supportive work environment.  Our ERG’s serve as vital platforms for employees to connect, share experiences, and celebrate their unique backgrounds and perspectives. 

We firmly believe that diversity drives innovation and fuels our success as an organization. By encouraging the formation of ERG’s, we aim to create a workplace where all individual feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work and contribute their diverse talents and ideas.  Additionally, we understand the importance of work-life balance and the well-being of our employees and their families.  That is why we proudly offer a range of family-friendly benefits and opportunities for career growth and advancement. 

We are committed to supporting our employees at every stage of their lives and ensuring they can thrive both professionally and personally.  Join us and be a part of a company that values diversity, inclusion and the well-being of it’s employees.

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