Maintenance Planner

Gates Corporation
vision insurance, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Missouri, Poplar Bluff
Nov 12, 2024
Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations. Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all? WHAT TO EXPECT As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward-thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Poplar Bluff, MO manufacturing plant, you will be a Maintenance Planner. Responsible for building and maintaining relationships with outside vendors for project needs, building and grounds maintenance, parts/supplies for projects. Serve as the main point of contact for internal tooling needs and repairs. Responsible for managing and updating CAD and blueprint drawings to work with external machine shops. Maintaining all MRO inventory accurately including the management of MRO receiving and issuing of all MRO inventory. Key responsibilities (to name a few): Schedule parts, tools, and services orders according to production and maintenance schedules, and coordinates the delivery of parts, services, and equipment Gather quotes for parts and services. Assists in vendor/contractor selection and acts as a primary contact with vendors/contractors. Work with accounting and receiving departments on invoices and receipts Compile downtime and other maintenance metric data for plant for reporting Control the inventory of assigned products/materials (spare parts included) in accordance with management objectives Prepare work orders and issue correct parts Verify parts and material shipments against packing slips Perform cycle counts Responsible for materials and inventory operations Perform customer service for vendors and employees, helping them sign out parts as they are used Maintain computer database/spreadsheets Performs other duties as assigned to support production demands as may be specified by the manager ABOUT YOU 3 years of progressive planning/purchasing and/or maintenance experience preferred High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.) Working knowledge of Maintenance CMMS software, preferably Infor EAM Be an assertive self-starter General inventory control knowledge Possess a knowledge of general maintenance Effective time-management skills Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy Strong team player: proactively able to step in to support other team members as needed and share knowledge to allow cross training of all functions Ability to build collaborative relationships Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. PAY & BENEFITS Full-Time Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match Tuition Reimbursement Learn more about the benefits we provide at www.gateshealth.com WHY GATES? Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow. While we expect the best, we also want to give you the best. That's why at Gates we provide an environment where people can succeed from our policy of 'Dress for your Day' (yes - that means you can wear jeans), health club reimbursement, to our ownership of your work/life balance and more. Visit www.gates.com/careers to learn more. WORK ENVIRONMENT At Gates, we believe that we are better together. Proximity has been important to our success over the years as there are critical items that are simply better when done together. One of those critical items is efficient collaboration. We cannot underestimate the power of informal conversations and connecting face-to-face with our coworkers. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law. ARE YOU DRIVEN BY POSSIBILITY?