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Job Description Summary

The Maintenance Planner/Scheduler is responsible for developing, coordinating, and managing comprehensive maintenance activities for a designated production area. This role is part of a team that owns the overall success of equipment readiness and serves as the critical link between maintenance execution and strategic maintenance management. The position focuses on building optimized maintenance schedules, managing the Maximo CMMS system, coordinating resources, and driving continuous improvement to maximize equipment reliability and minimize unplanned downtime.

Job Description

Planning & Scheduling

+ Develop and manage daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenance (PM) schedules using staggered/level-loaded strategies to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.

+ Prioritize corrective and preventative maintenance work orders in Maximo based on safety, criticality, and operational impact.

+ Coordinate detailed work packages and job plans with operations schedules to minimize disruptions.

+ Track backlog and ensure visibility on upcoming work to align work management.

+ Optimize craft utilization through effective scheduling and visual management tools.

•CMMS Management & Data Integrity

+ Serve as the Maximo CMMS focal for the assigned area, ensuring accurate equipment registration and hierarchy.

+ Maintain the master work management file and maintenance dashboard.

+ Support preventative maintenance schedules and job plans with detailed procedures, safety requirements, and materials needs.

+ Assist the reliability team with asset and job plan management; identify equipment for PM schedules.

+ Audit asset data, PM frequencies, and job plan accuracy; optimize Maximo functionality.

+ Be a resource to train maintenance personnel on Maximo documentation and system usage.

Materials & Resource Management

+ Identify and procure parts and materials for planned maintenance activities; update Maximo with work requirements.

+ Maintain accurate bill of materials for job plans and PM tasks.

+ Support project planning, purchasing, and vendor coordination for successful execution.

Cross-Training Program Management

+ Develop and maintain a cross-training tracking system for union maintenance personnel.

+ Create cross-training matrices to identify skill gaps and training needs.

Performance Management & Reporting

+ Monitor and report maintenance KPIs, including:

+ Schedule compliance and work order completion rates.

+ PM compliance percentage and planned vs. unplanned maintenance ratio.

+ Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) and Mean Time To Repair (MTTR).

+ Backlog hours and aging.

+ Identify trends and share best practices across facility groups.

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

+ Ensure accurate documentation of maintenance activities in Maximo; refine standard procedures and job plans.

+ Support root cause analysis for repeat failures and ensure compliance with safety regulations and company standards.

+ Continuously improve Maximo data quality and system utilization.

Coordination & Communication

+ Facilitate scheduling meetings with supervisors and operational managers.

+ Communicate schedule changes and constraints to stakeholders.

+ Participate in labor-management meetings and supervisor daily stand-ups.

Education & Experience

+ Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related technical field with 5-7 years of industrial maintenance experience, including 2+ years in planning or supervisory roles and 2+ years of hands-on experience with Maximo CMMS or similar programs

OR

+ High school diploma/GED with 10+ years of industrial maintenance experience, including 2+ years in planning or supervisory roles and 2+ years of hands-on experience with Maximo CMMS or similar programs

Technical Skills

+ Proficiency in IBM Maximo CMMS or similar programs (asset management, work orders, PM scheduling, reporting).

+ Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Smartsheet.

Core Competencies

+ Exceptional organizational and time management skills.

+ Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and data accuracy.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work effectively with union workforce.

+ Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach; self-motivated with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field.

+ Certification in maintenance planning (CMRP, CRL) or IBM Maximo certification.

+ Experience with predictive maintenance technologies (vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis).

+ Knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and OSHA regulations.

+ Previous experience in union labor relations or workforce development.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness. ​

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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_This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3))._

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

**Relocation Assistance Provided:** No

GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.