GENERAL PURPOSE:
The Maintenance Planner position is responsible for building, configuring and implementing a work order based preventative and predictive maintenance system from the ground up using the D365 Asset Management Module.
This is not an existing planner environment or sustainment role. It is a multi-year build and optimization effort, requiring full ownership of CMMS design. Including, asset and parts identification, workorder workflows, vendor and inventory set up, maintenance strategy development , and progressive system maturation, with ongoing measurement and analysis against reliability KPI standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintenance Planning
- Configure the CMMS maintenance program, including schedules, protocols, and procedures to optimize the performance of assets and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements (GMP, Safety).
- Support the data entry of all maintenance consumables into the d365 environment.
- Develop and manage the work-order-based preventative and predictive maintenance system for the Maintenance department work assignments and implement parts consumption as part of the process.
- Report on reliability performance by establishing KPI’s for asset reliability measurement, reporting and corrective action work-orders.
- Coordinate with production teams to prioritize maintenance activities and minimize disruptions to operations.
Asset Lifecycle Planning
- Configure asset management strategies within the CMMS to optimize the lifecycle of equipment and infrastructure based on equipment OEM and vendor recommendations.
- Schedule regular assessments of asset condition, performance, and depreciation to support maintenance and capital planning & decisions.
- Optimize the CMMS to ensure the timely and accurate completion of work orders and inventory, maintaining precise metrics.
- Support long-term asset replacement plans and budget forecasts to ensure the continued reliability and efficiency of critical assets.
M&R Purchasing & Parts Inventory
- Responsible CMMS purchase request and auto-order configuration to optimize inventory levels.
- Responsible for identifying suppliers, obtaining multiple quotes to ensure competitive pricing, maintaining relationships with suppliers, developing contingency plans, and ensuring adherence to the company purchasing policy.
- Ensuring adherence to quality standards, cost-effectiveness, vendor and supplier selection, and compliance with organizational protocols.
- Oversee and optimize parts inventory, conducting scheduled cycle counts of spare parts and maintenance consumables.
Compliance and Regulatory Oversight
- Ensure all maintenance activities comply with relevant regulatory requirements, industry standards, and company policies.
- Stay informed about changes in regulations and standards.
- Aware of critical control points as they relate to product liability.
- Responsible for compliance with Canada Labour Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) while performing job duties and tasks.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Preferred:
- Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or a related Engineering field OR equivalent work experience.
- Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred
- Certifications in Maintenance Management – Certified Maintenance Management Professional (MMP)
– Project Management Professional (PMP)
– Continuous Improvements, Six Sigma - Greenbelt certification
Required:
- Inter-Provincial Trades Certificate (Red Seal Certification).
- 5+ years of maintenance planning role in an industrial manufacturing environment, or equivalent.
- Demonstrable track record of improving maintenance efficiency and cost reduction.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Advanced knowledge of industrial equipment, automation, and maintenance best practices.
- Proficiency in using data analytics to predict equipment failures and optimize maintenance schedule.
- Thorough understanding of workplace health and safety standards.
- Knowledge or Continuous Improvement (CI) tools and methodologies (Lean, 5S).
