Ferrara
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Maintenance Planner
role at
Ferrara
— Location: Bellwood, IL.
Responsibilities
Screen incoming work orders, identify scopes of jobs, and analyze required levels of planning. Apply engineering principles to detailed job plans and back-up plans.
Manage data in and report from the plant CMMS system, including conversion of work requests to work orders with supervisors and management of work backlogs (planned and unplanned).
Create Preventive Maintenance (PM) task lists and maintenance plans to assist in job planning; close completed work orders; maintain safety notifications.
Build and maintain effective internal relationships and coordinate with stakeholders.
Estimate the skills and labor hours needed to perform new work order requests by coordinating with supervisors.
Determine whether work will be performed with internal resources or contracted to an outside vendor; arrange and track equipment by OEM or third-party providers.
Prepare and review the weekly schedule with maintenance management.
Develop Preventive Maintenance Plans (e.g., thermography, vibration reports, oil analysis) with supervisors.
Assist the failure analysis effort by helping implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence of equipment failure.
Investigate the feasibility of redesigning systems where recurring equipment problems exist.
Maintain the plant Preventive Maintenance Program through predictive and preventive scheduling.
Ensure warehouse stock items are available and reserved for planned jobs; order replacement parts in a timely manner.
Participate in budget preparation and administration.
Fill in for Maintenance Supervisors as required and assist with equipment repairs and research.
Assist the Safety Manager in the development, implementation, and enforcement of all plant safety and housekeeping programs.
Ensure adherence to all company policies and demonstrate the Company’s core values.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Extensive knowledge of electrical and mechanical maintenance techniques.
Skilled in PM/PdM manipulation and creation.
Expert-level project management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication in English.
Critical thinking to approach problems and seek alternative solutions.
Experience
Bachelor's Degree (preferred) or equivalent experience.
Minimum 5 years’ experience.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
Experience in FMEA, RCFA required.
Experience in utilizing CMMS systems (Maximo or Infer) preferred.
Physical Requirements
Ability to walk and/or stand for prolonged periods; ability to bend, stoop and reach.
What We Offer At Ferrara, we\'re proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance.
Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR
Compensation The salary range for this position is $80,325 to $112,455 annually.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Manufacturing
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Maintenance Planner
role at
Ferrara
— Location: Bellwood, IL.
Responsibilities
Screen incoming work orders, identify scopes of jobs, and analyze required levels of planning. Apply engineering principles to detailed job plans and back-up plans.
Manage data in and report from the plant CMMS system, including conversion of work requests to work orders with supervisors and management of work backlogs (planned and unplanned).
Create Preventive Maintenance (PM) task lists and maintenance plans to assist in job planning; close completed work orders; maintain safety notifications.
Build and maintain effective internal relationships and coordinate with stakeholders.
Estimate the skills and labor hours needed to perform new work order requests by coordinating with supervisors.
Determine whether work will be performed with internal resources or contracted to an outside vendor; arrange and track equipment by OEM or third-party providers.
Prepare and review the weekly schedule with maintenance management.
Develop Preventive Maintenance Plans (e.g., thermography, vibration reports, oil analysis) with supervisors.
Assist the failure analysis effort by helping implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence of equipment failure.
Investigate the feasibility of redesigning systems where recurring equipment problems exist.
Maintain the plant Preventive Maintenance Program through predictive and preventive scheduling.
Ensure warehouse stock items are available and reserved for planned jobs; order replacement parts in a timely manner.
Participate in budget preparation and administration.
Fill in for Maintenance Supervisors as required and assist with equipment repairs and research.
Assist the Safety Manager in the development, implementation, and enforcement of all plant safety and housekeeping programs.
Ensure adherence to all company policies and demonstrate the Company’s core values.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Extensive knowledge of electrical and mechanical maintenance techniques.
Skilled in PM/PdM manipulation and creation.
Expert-level project management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication in English.
Critical thinking to approach problems and seek alternative solutions.
Experience
Bachelor's Degree (preferred) or equivalent experience.
Minimum 5 years’ experience.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
Experience in FMEA, RCFA required.
Experience in utilizing CMMS systems (Maximo or Infer) preferred.
Physical Requirements
Ability to walk and/or stand for prolonged periods; ability to bend, stoop and reach.
What We Offer At Ferrara, we\'re proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance.
Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR
Compensation The salary range for this position is $80,325 to $112,455 annually.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Manufacturing
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