PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Maintenance Scheduler/ Parts Room Supervisor is a dual working role that schedules production equipment maintenance through the prioritization of ready work orders, equipment preventative maintenance (PM) due and emergency repair requests to minimize production disruption as well as oversees the day-to-day activities of hourly associates engaged in monitoring and distributing parts needed for repairs.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:
Evaluate maintenance work order load, upcoming PMs, any emergency repair requests, availability of parts and/ or equipment and time needed for repairs daily; prioritize and re-schedule repairs and PMs to maximize efficiently of maintenance staff while minimizing disruption to production
Generate and update equipment preventative maintenance (PM) schedules, adjusting as needed to meet changing conditions (i.
e.
run times, production schedules, etc.
)
Maintain records for maintenance performed, parts used, cost, etc.
for effective analysis
Develop and maintain the back log of ready to complete work orders for maintenance staff
Run and distribute open item report, verifying accuracy of report, and distribute to appropriate personnel
Create work orders as needed ensuring all information is complete and accurate
Oversee the day-to-day activities of associates engaged in monitoring and distributing parts
Mentor, coach and train/ cross-train employees encouraging career development; provide consistent feedback concerning strengths and areas in need of improvement
Identify opportunities for improvement, present to appropriate leader, and implement, lead or participate in solution implementation
Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in all areas where mandatory helping to promote a zero-accident culture
Perform additional relevant duties as assigned
SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
This role is a Leader of People role with required competencies: Sizing up People, Delegation, Planning, Customer Focus and Conflict Management
EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or equivalent
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
Minimum two (2) years’ scheduling/ planning experience
Demonstrated leadership experience including policy adherence, conflict resolution and the ability to resolve issues efficiently and effectively
Ability to effectively assign tasks to maintenance techs
Demonstrated experience in general and preventative maintenance in a manufacturing environment; experience in the poultry is preferred
Must have good communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization in a timely and professional manner; multi-lingual strongly preferred
Ability to handle and resolve most issues in an efficient and effective manner while ensuring confidential information is relayed only on a need-to-know basis
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize projects, planning skills, and a high attention to detail
Must possess a strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level and a strong sense of urgency
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:
Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to work non-standard shifts (holidays, weekends and/ or extended) per business need
Ability to be exposed to noise (>85 decibels), CO2, and moving production
May be exposed to heat (99ºF, 37ºC) and cold (45ºF, 4ºC)
Work around live and/or raw animal odors
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.