Maintenance Planner

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Hiring Manager:        Hany Azmy

HR Rep:                     Patricia Oltar

Summary  

The purpose of the Maintenance Planner at the Kearny roofing plant is to coordinate and plan maintenance activities that support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. This role is responsible for planning and scheduling maintenance work, coordinating contractors, supporting project execution, and improving equipment reliability through effective maintenance planning processes.   

REQUIRED Experience:  

Two (2)+ year’s experience in related maintenance trade or occupation in a manufacturing environment.  

High school diploma or GED  

Maintenance related computer systems (such as SAP) experience preferred  

Principal Duties and Responsibilities  

Plan and coordinate maintenance activities to support safe and reliable production operations.  

Manage maintenance work orders, resources, and contractor activities to ensure efficient execution of maintenance and project work.  

Support Energy Control Procedures (ECPs), Lock Tag Try (LTT) compliance, and contractor safety requirements.  

Analyze equipment failures, support root cause investigations, and implement corrective actions to improve reliability.  

Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, P&ID drawings, and other technical documents.  

Interpret and follow instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.  

Work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrate initiative, and consistently produce high-quality work.  

Maintain compliance with all plant safety, environmental, and housekeeping requirements while promoting a culture of safety and accountability.  

Collaborate with maintenance personnel, operations teams, engineering, and outside contractors to support plant objectives.  

Maintain regular attendance, participate in required training, and perform other duties as assigned.  

Training and Development  

We are committed to developing and upskilling our maintenance team. While candidates are expected to bring maintenance experience from a manufacturing environment, there are many aspects of the role that can be learned through on-the-job training.  

Training for this position will include, but is not limited to:  

Plant-specific maintenance planning and scheduling processes  

Maintenance-related computer systems  

Contractor management and project coordination  

Reliability and root cause analysis techniques  

Plant-specific equipment and processes  

Additional maintenance disciplines as needed  

Successful candidates must demonstrate a willingness to learn, participate in training, and continuously expand their technical skills and knowledge.  

Essential Physical Requirements/Work Environment  

The employee should possess the ability to:  

Able to do repetitive hand, arm, leg movements for several hours  

Able to climb on and off of fork truck  

Able to climb and descend stairs   

Willingness to work in manufacturing environment (loud noises, heat)  

Handle, control or feel objects, tools or control continuously  

Repetitive movements  

Willingness to occasionally work at heights or confined spaces  

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.  

About Owens Corning  

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit  www.owenscorning.com . 

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.