Planner Maintenance

Job Description

The primary function of this position is to plan, write and implement preventive and predictive maintenance tasks and procedures on key processing equipment, provide guidance, answer questions, provide information and instruction as requested, in a timely manner, observe all safety regulations and ensure all quality standards are met and to maintain the efficient flow of product through the production process.

Role and Activity

• Put on all required PPE and Safety Gear, perform a safety check on equipment and insure safety devices are functioning properly.
• Obtain work schedule and daily production, risk predictions, from scheduler, prioritize work and prepare for operations.
• Communicate with prior and/or operator to discuss any line issues, and to insure that all E-Stops, Machine and People Guards, interlocks, chain, door and like devices have be tested and are operational according to Laurel Operations Center (LOC), Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) minimum requirements and/or prerequisites.
• Answer telephones, e-mails, voice mail and act on, address and resolve scheduling issues and concerns.
• Maintain and calibrate production and shop equipment and tools, monitor boneyard, and mix tanks as required.
• Assist with the development, maintenance and implementation of safety programs and procedures.
• Investigate and assign resources to maintenance needs, provide instructions and guidance as required to support production.
• Ensure work is completed in a timely and satisfactory manner and ensure employee performance in work completed.
• Establish and manage adherence to the operating unit maintenance budgets.
• Understand and utilize (TPM) concepts and finished product conformance to requirements.
• Maintain the Computerized Maintenance Management System data base (CHAMPS).

Work Environment

• Regularly work with and around others; in a wet and/or humid environment; in areas of high noise level; and around mechanical, electrical, and pressurized equipment.
• Exposure to cold temperatures: Parts of the facility, such as storage and production areas, may be kept at low temperatures.
• Requires use of cold-protective PPE.
• May involve standing, lifting, and walking in refrigerated zones for extended periods.
• Fast-Paced: Workers often operate under strict timelines to meet production quotas.
• High-speed manufacturing floor with frequent movement, line assignment changes, and tight production timelines.
• Standing for Long Hours: Many roles require prolonged standing and repetitive tasks.
• Repetitive hand and arm movements required.
• Must be able to stand for hours with frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Frequent exposure to nuts and other potential allergens.

Pay and Benefits

• Pay Range: Between $35 and $41.88 per hour with opportunities for overtime, shift differential, cold premium pay and annual bonuses (variable depending on company performance).
• Benefits Package: Comprehensive group benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, 401K plan with employer match and annual contribution available.
• No Visa Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship not available.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream Inc. provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.