Maintainence Planner/Scheduler

Maintainence Planner/Scheduler

Requirements

• An associate’s degree and prior work experience in a GMP manufacturing environment
• 5+ years of experience in a maintenance planning and scheduling environment within a regulated environment, preferably in cell therapy or biopharmaceuticals
• Documented understanding of cGMPs, ISO standards, and industry best practices
• Must be able to act independently in selecting appropriate methods, means, and techniques for maintenance planning and scheduling
• Proficient in MS Windows, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal skills with the capability to effectively communicate technical information
• Extensive knowledge of planning, coordinating critical path schedules, and creating maintenance job plans within CMMS
• Self-motivated and passionate about advancing the field of cell therapy
• Self-awareness, integrity, authenticity, and a growth mindset

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to identify, define, and estimate the necessary materials, parts, labor, tools, equipment, and external suppliers associated with maintenance tasks
• Update the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) with detailed job plans
• Support the equipment life cycle by overseeing the onboarding, relocation, and decommissioning of assets
• Ensure the availability of parts for both maintenance plans and unscheduled repairs, as well as during plant shutdowns
• Create part requisitions as necessary to support maintenance initiatives
• Develop, coordinate, and implement maintenance shutdown schedules
• Perform critical path analysis and resource leveling while updating and monitoring progress throughout shutdowns
• Identify any impacts, delays, or necessary accelerations on the critical path and communicate these updates during shutdown meetings
• Schedule and coordinate all maintenance activities
• Lead bi-weekly coordination meetings with stakeholders to prioritize both short- and long-term maintenance and repair tasks, including routine maintenance
• Ensure all records within the CMMS regarding parts and maintenance plans are complete and accurate, making updates as necessary
• Assist in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and efficiency
• Support audits and inspections by providing maintenance records and ensuring adherence to compliance requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with workflows and processes within Blue Mountain RAM CMMS
• Strong understanding of GMP, FDA, and other regulatory requirements in a pharmaceutical or biotech setting
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and equipment manuals