Planner And Scheduler Jobs

ABOUT POET

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty years our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and leader in bio-based products in the world. Beyond our world-class culture, POET team members enjoy competitive pay and benefits including;

• Discounted home and auto insurance
• Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution
• Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations
• Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Excellent work-life balance with a 'family-first' culture
• Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonuses, and Bi-Annual Incentive Bonuses
• Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions
• 401K with company match
• A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person - mentally, physically, and spiritually

JOB SUMMARY

As the Planner/Scheduler, you will be responsible for the daily, weekly and outage planning and scheduling of maintenance activities. You will be an integral part of a best-in-class maintenance program working with site leadership on priorities and coordinating contractors planning processes through accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration.

DURING A TYPICAL DAY (IF THERE IS ONE)…

Planning

• Contractor Coordinator
• Coordinate with other POET Bioprocessing resources and contractors as needed to develop accurate work order plans and minimize issues due to planning problems
• Assure all WO’s are in the proper status by identified timeframes to complete work consistent with priority status
• Perform Outage planning and scheduling year around
• Assure all work orders have necessary technical components to execute high quality work from POET and contractor staff alike
• Assure all work orders are planned for Environmental, Health & Safety and Quality

Scheduling

• Since we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skill may be put to a lot of other uses!
• Own completion of weekly schedule one week in advance lead weekly meeting to complete/communicate the 1-week work schedule.
• Schedule Maintenance Technicians available hours weekly to >90%
• Coordinate with the Operations team to ensure all activities are scheduled consistent with production targets while also maintaining Safety and Environmental standards

STRENGTHS OF A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills as well as the ability to embrace change.
• You communicate effectively in writing and in person.
• You have the ability to achieve and maintain forklift certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in maintenance and enterprise asset management [EAM] systems; IBM Maximo, E-Business Suite, UpKeep, SAP ERP Suite, IFS Cloud, Flix, Ramco Enterprise, Maintenance Connection, or similar.
• You know the basics of Microsoft Office Suite. You’re capable of learning new programs.
• You have the ability to understand technical and day to day operation of a bioprocessing facility.
• Uptime Elements Maintenance Reliability Certification or equivalent certification is also a plus.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN POET

At POET we believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Walking up to two (2) or more miles per day.
• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Data entry while seated for greater than one (1) hour.
• Specific physical requirements may include:

  • Occasionally lifting weight up to sixty (60) pounds.

  • Climbing several flights of stairs and ladders.

  • Opening valves.

  • Occasionally bending, twisting and turning while lifting weight of less than fifty (50) pounds.

  • Data entry while seated for greater than one (1) hour.

  • Walking up to two (2) or more miles per day.

  • Pushing brooms, shovels, etc.

  • Working at heights, in confined spaces and at temperatures from -20 to +100 degrees.

  • Standing for extended periods of time.

  • Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

  • Using hand and power tools.

• Opening valves.
• Culture is king at POET. We’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET.
• Working at heights, in confined spaces and at temperatures from -20 to +100 degrees.
• Using hand and power tools.
• Team members will be required to adhere to all safety requirements at all times and in all work environments. This position is exposed to work in multiple environments, including plant, laboratory, as well as an office environment. The team member may be exposed to high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, dusty conditions, internal and external temperature/weather conditions, and chemicals.
• This position is largely self-directed and requires a thorough understanding of company policy, procedures, and values.
• Occasionally bending, twisting and turning while lifting weight of less than fifty (50) pounds.
• Due to the physical and safety sensitive nature of this job, you will be subject to a physical and expected to pass a drug screen during the pre-screen process. During employment, you’ll be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• Pushing brooms, shovels, etc.
• Climbing several flights of stairs and ladders.
• Occasionally lifting weight up to sixty (60) pounds.
• Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).