Planner/Scheduler

Are you ready to make an impact in a fast-paced chemical manufacturing environment? As a Planner/Scheduler, you'll be at the forefront of coordinating high-priority jobs, managing work order backlogs, and optimizing production schedules to meet shifting priorities. Your expertise in resource planning, collaboration on reliability improvements, and the ability to create efficient, balanced maintenance schedules will directly contribute to the company's operational success. Join us to be part of a dynamic team focused on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement!

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Maintenance and Reliability Manager, the Planner/Scheduler will:

• Respond to high priority jobs by providing planning information for safe and efficient execution, and updating schedules, as necessary. Assist in the realignment of resources based on process needs and the current business environment.
• Manage work order backlog by reviewing, grouping similar work requests, and ensuring plans meet timing requirements.
• Update work orders with accurate order types, maintenance activities, and task procedures.
• Attach job plans with special instructions, required documentation, skill crafts, and necessary tools/equipment. Solicit feedback on executed job plans and make any necessary changes.
• Facilitate weekly scheduling meetings, optimize resource utilization, and adjust schedules as production priorities shift.
• Collaborate on reliability-driven improvements and provide staffing recommendations based on resource utilization trends.
• Create and sustain a balanced strategic maintenance schedule.

THE QUALIFICATIONS

The right candidate will be well-organized with a keen ability to balance an eye for detail with building and maintaining a strategic plan. Your credentials ideally include:

• Two-year degree in Mechanics, Industrial Maintenance, or Mechanical Engineer, or 3-5 years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic or Technician.
• Knowledge of chemical processes and equipment
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency with computers, maintenance systems, and applications including Microsoft Office. Prior experience with Maximo a plus.

THE COMPANY

Carus is a highly respected, family-owned company with deep roots in Illinois' Starved Rock Country. We develop and manufacture products that clean the air, water and soil, and we are always exploring new opportunities and initiatives to expand our reach.

For over 100 years, Carus has been the employer of choice in the greater LaSalle-Peru area. Through several local outreach initiatives, we actively support our local community and STEM education.

It's an exciting time to join the Carus team.

• The LaSalle manufacturing facility has an exciting new project that will enhance our capabilities.
• The Belmont location has just expanded to include a dedicated on-site logistics group.
• The Peru business headquarters recently completed a full office renovation.
• We have a new strategy to accelerate growth and are executing at a high level.
• We are rooted in history but focused on the future!

THE PERKS

Employees enjoy incredible work life balance and exceptional benefits.

• Flexible hours and work-from-home Fridays.
• Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision and 401(k) plans as well as company-paid basic life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement program for employees and their dependents.
• Employee engagement, company-sponsored volunteer opportunities and STEM education initiatives.

Want to learn more about Carus? Visit www.carusllc.com or check us out on Facebook @carusllc.

Carus is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V/AAP/LGBTQ

Company: Carus