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Crosby is the world leader in the heavy lift industry. We strive to set the standard for quality, training, and technical expertise in the field. It’s our goal to exceed the expectations of our customers through technical leadership, innovative solutions, vertically integrated manufacturing, premier use of support, and a value-added distribution channel.

We are committed to investing in and developing our employees’ talents and leadership and are currently seeking candidates for this position.

Crosby offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, 401(k) with company match and 10 paid holidays annually.

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Planner reports directly to the Maintenance Manager and is responsible for the end-to-end planning, scheduling, and coordination of all maintenance work within the facility.

This role ensures all maintenance activities are fully planned, resourced, vetted in the field, and aligned with production schedules prior to execution. The Maintenance Planner drives efficiency through data analysis, parts readiness, contractor coordination, and continuous improvement of maintenance practices.

The position requires strong collaboration with Maintenance, Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain to deliver a complete and executable weekly maintenance plan.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential):

Maintenance Planning & Scheduling

1.    Develop detailed job plans for all corrective, preventive (PM), and predictive maintenance work.

2.    Build and maintain a weekly maintenance schedule aligned with production planning to minimize operational disruption.

3.    Partner directly with Production Planning to schedule maintenance activities around manufacturing requirements.

4.    Lead and facilitate a weekly maintenance planning meeting with area leadership to review, align, and communicate the plan.

5.    Manage and prioritize the maintenance backlog based on equipment criticality, safety, and operational impact.

Work Preparation & Execution Readiness

1.    Perform field job walks to scope work, validate job steps, and identify required labor, tools, permits, and safety considerations.

2.    Create and maintain comprehensive work packages including:

•    Step-by-step job instructions

•    Required parts and materials

•    Drawings, procedures, and safety documentation

3.    Coordinate and execute kitting of parts for all planned maintenance work to ensure full readiness before scheduling.

4.    Ensure all materials, tools, and contractor resources are available prior to scheduled execution.

Contractor & Vendor Management

1.    Coordinate with contractors and external vendors for maintenance activities, including scheduling and execution oversight.

2.    Manage vendor communication, scope development, and quote acquisition and evaluation.

3.    Support contractor onboarding, site readiness, and compliance with plant safety and operational standards.

Data Analysis & Reporting

1.    Perform Preventive Maintenance (PM) completion analysis to identify compliance gaps, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities.

2.    Develop and maintain MRO consumption reports to track material usage, optimize inventory, and control maintenance spend.

3.    Track and report key maintenance metrics including:

•    Schedule compliance

•    Backlog health

•    PM completion rates

•    Labor utilization

Utilize data to drive continuous improvement in planning accuracy, execution efficiency, and reliability performance.

Systems, Tools, & Project Planning

Utilize CMMS (SAP, or similar) to manage work orders, job plans, scheduling, and historical maintenance data.

Leverage Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and KPI tracking.

Use Microsoft PowerPoint to communicate maintenance performance, plans, and initiatives to leadership.

Utilize Microsoft Project to develop and manage maintenance-related project plans, including Gantt charts for shutdowns, major repairs, and capital work.

Apply basic project management principles to ensure work is executed on time, within scope, and with proper coordination.

Field Engagement & Continuous Improvement

1.    Spend consistent time on the production floor evaluating PMs and maintenance tasks for effectiveness and efficiency.

2.    Identify and implement improvements to job plans, task sequencing, tooling, and execution methods.

3.    Develop, standardize, and maintain all Preventive Maintenance work instructions ensuring consistency and quality execution.

4.    Support reliability initiatives including failure analysis and maintenance strategy improvements.

Communication & Coordination

1.    Act as the central point of coordination between Maintenance, Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain.

2.    Provide clear, structured communication of maintenance plans, priorities, and schedule changes.

3.    Ensure alignment across all departments on planned maintenance activities and constraints.

4.    Communicate risks, delays, and execution challenges proactively to leadership.

Job Specifications (Work Experience, Skills, Abilities, etc.)

1.    Minimum 5 years of experience as a Maintenance Planner in an industrial or manufacturing environment.

2.    Strong expertise in maintenance planning, scheduling, and backlog management.

3.    Demonstrated experience with:

•    PM completion analysis

•    MRO consumption reporting

•    Parts kitting and work package development

Experience managing contractors, vendors, and maintenance-related sourcing/quotes.

1.    Proficiency in:

•    Microsoft Excel (advanced preferred)

•    Microsoft PowerPoint

•    Microsoft Project or Microsoft Excel (Gantt chart development required)

2.    Experience with CMMS systems (SAP PM, etc.).

3.    Strong understanding of maintenance best practices including preventive and predictive maintenance.

4.    Basic ability to read and interpret technical drawings, BOMs, and equipment documentation.

5.    Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

6.    Effective communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally with all levels of the organization.

7.    Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

8.    Continuous improvement mindset with focus on efficiency and reliability.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.

Technical degree or certification in Maintenance, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Formal training or certification in Maintenance Planning/Scheduling or Reliability is a plus.

Physical Demands / Environmental Conditions

Combination of office and production floor environment.

Normal office conditions. Office is located in a two-story building. Job demands may require long periods of sitting, telephone work and/or computer work, as well as interaction with other people. Normal office conditions include walking, standing, bending, kneeling, climbing stairs, lifting, driving and/or traveling.

Moderate exposure to shop conditions, which are variable depending on the task assigned, but are generally dirty. Is subject to shop noise. Involves extensive standing and walking. Skin and eyes are subject to drying and irritating fumes, vapors and solutions controlled to OSHA standards. Works both in and out of doors, normally indoors, with sometimes dusty or confining work areas when in the shop/lab.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified

Value of the Role

This role is critical to the success of the Maintenance organization by ensuring that all work is properly planned, resourced, and aligned with production, resulting in improved equipment reliability, reduced downtime, and safer, more efficient execution of maintenance activities.