Maintenance Planner

Now hiring! Maintenance Planner

Attapulgus, GA

We are looking for a Maintenance Planner to join our Catalyst team in Attapulgus, GA.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Catalysts division is the global market leader in catalyst technologies. The division develops and produces mobile emissions catalysts as well as process catalysts and offers precious metals trading, recycling and related products and services

We are seeking a professional like you to join our team.  In this role, you will be responsible for planning, application of standards and coordinating services of planned maintenance and construction jobs in order to minimize costs and production downtime by the proper use of craft manpower, materials and services. You will determine manpower required for construction, major maintenance and routine maintenance projects to properly utilize the manning in assigned areas. You will also plan major plant turnarounds and promote effective planning and scheduling techniques. 

As a Maintenance Planner, you create chemistry by...

• Analyzing Maintenance and/or Engineering work requests, job orders and work releases, for clarity as to what is requested.  You may contact the originator to clear up points in question. 
• Managing the backlog of unplanned work – review the backlog and planning list, clarify incomplete or unclear work notifications, group work orders/notifications together to be completed as a single order, and determine the appropriate degree of planning.
• Being a subject matter expert for the ordering, knowledge and whereabouts of the materials needed for planned jobs, you will perform field walk downs with the appropriate resources to define work scope and requirements. This includes consideration and written plan of the materials, special tools, craft sequence, and time required to perform the job.  You may also be required to help expediting material for emergency work.
• Successfully engaging within the organization, you may review planned job with Maintenance Supervision. You will also initiate and conduct meetings with maintenance service and production personnel as required.
• Maintaining records of and use predetermined time values, engineering standards and work performance for developing repetitive jobs.  You will also update BOM’s as required, update maintenance files to ensure accuracy in future planning, and develop & track craft/crew backlogs and track work orders to completion.
• Understanding and taking into consideration corporate safety policies and the Union-Management agreement, you will oversee the pre-kitting of parts for planned work and supervise the personnel doing job scopes for future projects. 
• Following the progress of selected jobs, seeking solutions to problem areas which delay work and seeking improvements on the scheduled activities, checking materials, etc. 
• Taking corrective action for controllable problems, suggest safety practices, and evaluate data for improving maintenance costs.
• Working with user/customers to establish priorities.

If you...

• Hold minimum a HS Diploma or GED
• Have 2-3 years of mechanical, industrial or chemical experience.
• Analytical and strong communication skills
• Strong work management and strong problem-solving skills
• Strong computer skills and keen attention to detail (SAP knowledge preffered).

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.