Job ID: 530545
Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.
Job Summary The Maintenance Planner is responsible for planning, scheduling, coordinating, and optimizing maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and plant productivity. This position serves as the primary administrator of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), manages preventative maintenance programs, coordinates maintenance resources and material requirements, and supports continuous improvement initiatives through process documentation, data analysis, reporting, and standard work development.
Job Location This is an onsite role at our Bulls Gap, TN plant.
Job Responsibilities - Plan, schedule, and coordinate maintenance activities based on production schedules, labor availability, equipment priorities, and operational requirements.
- Develop, maintain, and optimize preventive maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
- Serve as the primary administrator and key user of the CMMS, ensuring accurate asset records, work order management, and maintenance history documentation.
- Create, maintain, and update standard operating procedures, maintenance work instructions, and process documentation.
- Ensure maintenance parts, materials, tools, and supplies are available to support planned work activities.
- Coordinate with Materials, Purchasing, and Maintenance personnel to align inventory and maintenance requirements.
- Analyze maintenance and operational data to identify trends, improve equipment performance, and drive process improvements.
- Develop and distribute reports, metrics, and performance indicators related to work order completion, preventive maintenance compliance, asset reliability, and maintenance effectiveness.
- Monitor maintenance backlog and prioritize work activities to ensure efficient execution of resources.
- Support troubleshooting efforts and assist with corrective action development for recurring equipment and operational issues.
- Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to improve operational consistency and equipment performance.
- Support training, coaching, and development of maintenance personnel regarding maintenance processes, CMMS usage, and standard work practices.
- Effectively communicate maintenance plans, resource requirements, performance results, and improvement initiatives to leadership and stakeholders.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methodologies.
- Maintain compliance with company safety standards, OSHA requirements, NFPA 70E, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and other applicable regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements - Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered.
- 5+ years of maintenance planning, scheduling, maintenance coordination, or related manufacturing experience preferred.
- Experience administering CMMS software and managing preventive maintenance programs.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, formulas, reporting, and tracking.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of industrial electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and conveyance systems.
- Working knowledge of PLCs, industrial control systems, servo motors, and manufacturing equipment preferred.
- Knowledge of maintenance planning principles, predictive and preventive maintenance practices, and asset management systems.
- Understanding of OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E, and Lockout/Tagout requirements.
- Demonstrated problem-solving, analytical, and continuous improvement skills.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple departments.
What CRH Offers You - Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
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CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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