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Maintenance Planner
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Pactiv Evergreen Inc.
Overview Maintenance Planner | HIRING IMMEDIATELY | Columbus, OH
Available Shift: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (rotating schedule)
Compensation & Benefits
Starting pay based on experience
Eligible for annual & skill‑based wage increases
Eligible for monthly bonus based on plant productivity*
Medical, Dental, Vision
Prescription drug coverage
401(k) with a company match
New Hire Wellness Bonus
Healthcare and dependent day‑care flexible spending accounts
Corporate discounts
Responsibilities Job Overview
The Maintenance Planner & MRO Parts Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing both the maintenance planning process and the procurement, inventory, and distribution of parts necessary to support production and packaging equipment. This combined role will ensure operational efficiency, with a focus on minimizing downtime, optimizing maintenance costs, and ensuring parts availability for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.
Safety
Promote and enforce Pactiv Evergreen's safety culture by ensuring zero safety issues in the plant.
Monitor and enforce compliance with plant safety policies, ensuring proper equipment maintenance and safe practices.
Ensure the correct safety documentation is utilized, in accordance with company policies.
Maintenance Planning
Own and manage the CMMS asset hierarchy and preventive maintenance schedules for all facilities, production lines, and support equipment.
Oversee daily CMMS work order management, including assignment to available maintenance personnel, review of work completion, and ensuring timely closure of work orders.
Collaborate with maintenance, production, and engineering teams to plan, schedule, and execute planned maintenance work, with the goal of maximizing equipment uptime while minimizing costs.
Package planned work orders into parts kits and ensure availability of required materials before work begins, in coordination with the storeroom team.
Accurately estimate labor, materials, and equipment costs for all planned maintenance activities.
Assist in CMMS planning and execution for capital projects and plant upgrades.
Lead weekly maintenance scheduling meetings with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to ensure work is properly prioritized and resources are allocated effectively.
Utilize MTBF and root‑cause analysis methods to drive continuous improvement and eliminate equipment failures.
MRO Parts Management
Oversee the procurement, inventory, and management of all parts and materials required for production and maintenance.
Collaborate with vendors to ensure timely delivery of critical spare parts, keeping inventory at optimal levels to prevent production downtime.
Track parts usage and inventory, working with the storeroom team to manage efficient storage and retrieval of materials.
Regularly assess parts inventory levels, ensuring critical spares are stocked and non‑essential items are minimized.
Negotiate with suppliers to achieve cost‑effective pricing and terms on parts and materials.
Continuously track parts usage trends and suggest improvements to streamline parts procurement and inventory management.
Qualifications
High school graduate or equivalent required.
3+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, particularly in packaging equipment or related systems such as electromechanical, hydraulic, and process water systems.
Experience with CMMS systems such as Maintenance Connection, MP2, Maximo, or similar systems is preferred.
Familiarity with SAP systems is preferred.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and Conditional Formatting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook) required.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across departments, including contractors, vendors, and senior management.
Self‑motivated, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision.
Experience reading and interpreting mechanical drawings is preferred.
Ability to acquire and maintain a forklift license within 60 days of hire/promotion.
Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds and work in a moderately conditioned industrial manufacturing environment.
Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve, while focusing on sustainability through continuous investment in research and development.
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Maintenance Planner
role at
Pactiv Evergreen Inc.
Overview Maintenance Planner | HIRING IMMEDIATELY | Columbus, OH
Available Shift: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (rotating schedule)
Compensation & Benefits
Starting pay based on experience
Eligible for annual & skill‑based wage increases
Eligible for monthly bonus based on plant productivity*
Medical, Dental, Vision
Prescription drug coverage
401(k) with a company match
New Hire Wellness Bonus
Healthcare and dependent day‑care flexible spending accounts
Corporate discounts
Responsibilities Job Overview
The Maintenance Planner & MRO Parts Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing both the maintenance planning process and the procurement, inventory, and distribution of parts necessary to support production and packaging equipment. This combined role will ensure operational efficiency, with a focus on minimizing downtime, optimizing maintenance costs, and ensuring parts availability for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities.
Safety
Promote and enforce Pactiv Evergreen's safety culture by ensuring zero safety issues in the plant.
Monitor and enforce compliance with plant safety policies, ensuring proper equipment maintenance and safe practices.
Ensure the correct safety documentation is utilized, in accordance with company policies.
Maintenance Planning
Own and manage the CMMS asset hierarchy and preventive maintenance schedules for all facilities, production lines, and support equipment.
Oversee daily CMMS work order management, including assignment to available maintenance personnel, review of work completion, and ensuring timely closure of work orders.
Collaborate with maintenance, production, and engineering teams to plan, schedule, and execute planned maintenance work, with the goal of maximizing equipment uptime while minimizing costs.
Package planned work orders into parts kits and ensure availability of required materials before work begins, in coordination with the storeroom team.
Accurately estimate labor, materials, and equipment costs for all planned maintenance activities.
Assist in CMMS planning and execution for capital projects and plant upgrades.
Lead weekly maintenance scheduling meetings with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to ensure work is properly prioritized and resources are allocated effectively.
Utilize MTBF and root‑cause analysis methods to drive continuous improvement and eliminate equipment failures.
MRO Parts Management
Oversee the procurement, inventory, and management of all parts and materials required for production and maintenance.
Collaborate with vendors to ensure timely delivery of critical spare parts, keeping inventory at optimal levels to prevent production downtime.
Track parts usage and inventory, working with the storeroom team to manage efficient storage and retrieval of materials.
Regularly assess parts inventory levels, ensuring critical spares are stocked and non‑essential items are minimized.
Negotiate with suppliers to achieve cost‑effective pricing and terms on parts and materials.
Continuously track parts usage trends and suggest improvements to streamline parts procurement and inventory management.
Qualifications
High school graduate or equivalent required.
3+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, particularly in packaging equipment or related systems such as electromechanical, hydraulic, and process water systems.
Experience with CMMS systems such as Maintenance Connection, MP2, Maximo, or similar systems is preferred.
Familiarity with SAP systems is preferred.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and Conditional Formatting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook) required.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across departments, including contractors, vendors, and senior management.
Self‑motivated, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision.
Experience reading and interpreting mechanical drawings is preferred.
Ability to acquire and maintain a forklift license within 60 days of hire/promotion.
Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds and work in a moderately conditioned industrial manufacturing environment.
Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve, while focusing on sustainability through continuous investment in research and development.
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