Maintenance Planner/Scheduler E&I

About the role

The Maintenance Planner E&I position is available in the Maintenance and Reliability Department at the Pensacola site. The base work schedule is 10-hour days, Monday through Thursday, with some overtime required. After-hours availability may be necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develops E&I and soft skills maintenance work plans, including corrective, preventive, and predictive tasks.
• Ensures the accuracy of Bill of Materials (BOM) and makes necessary edits and additions.
• Identifies part discrepancies, additional work needed, and recurring issues in the area of responsibility through review of work orders.
• Plans mechanical maintenance work, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements such as OSHA, EPA, and state/local environmental regulations.
• Reviews submitted work orders for completeness and accuracy, communicating with Operations & Maintenance Coordinators as needed.
• Transitions capital improvement projects from engineering to operations and maintenance departments, updating CMMS database accordingly.
• Maintains Preventive Maintenance (PM) system for the assigned area, editing jobs, estimated hours, frequency, and adding new PMs as needed.
• Aids Material Coordinator with part discrepancies, description cleanup, and other related tasks.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years experience as a qualified E&I Technician.
• At least 3 to 5 years of planning experience.
• Understanding of the Maintenance Work Flow process and the Management-of-Change process.
• Knowledge of relevant Environmental, Safety, and Health (ESH) requirements and how to comply with them.
• Comprehensive knowledge of equipment throughout the plant.

Qualifications

• Good organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to define and create detailed job plans, including scope, skill levels, time estimates, tools, and additional services.
• Reads and interprets prints and schematics.
• Experience with the Purchasing and Stores process and proficiency in using SAP maintenance program, PC web-based data entry, Microsoft Office Suite, and other applications.
• Proficiency in making necessary changes to SAP Equipment and Functional Location records.

Skills

• Effective job plan creation and execution.
• Clear understanding of regulatory requirements.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Computer skills for SAP Work Order Planning, document management, and other applications.

Benefits

Ascend Performance Materials offers a comprehensive benefits package including access to on-site medical clinics, a global wellness rewards program, and a performance-driven recognition plan. The company also supports community engagement and charitable initiatives through the Ascend Cares Foundation.

Pay

The salary grade level for this position is H6. Details regarding compensation will be provided during the interview process.

Schedule

The base work schedule is 10-hour days, Monday through Thursday, with some overtime required. After-hours availability may be necessary.

Company Information

About Us: Ascend Performance Materials is a premium provider of high-quality chemicals, fibers, and plastics. With world-scale integrated manufacturing facilities, we develop new products from our core technologies and provide flexibility to meet customer needs. We have global sales and distribution facilities and six manufacturing facilities worldwide. As a privately-held company, our people contribute significantly to the company's success and growth. Our Total Rewards Program extends beyond traditional benefits to include access to on-site medical clinics, wellness rewards, and a performance-driven recognition plan.

Why Work at Ascend?: Our vision is to be the recognized leader in the nylon 6,6 value chain, creating new possibilities with PA66 for everyone, everywhere, every day. We achieve this through living our Ascend values: caring for our employees, customers, and communities, investing in our people and processes, and being agile in a constantly evolving industry. We offer team members the opportunity to contribute meaningfully in various roles and locations, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Our Commitment to Zero: We believe it is possible to operate with zero personal injuries, zero process safety incidents, and zero environmental releases. The Ascend Cares Foundation, led by Ascend employees, supports Ascend families in times of need, provides inspiring opportunities for community engagement, and facilitates community leadership.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We value transparency and fairness in our hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, search firms, or staffing agencies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.