Maintenance Planner

Maintenance Planner - Food & Beverage Manufacturing Northern Illinois | 2-2-3 Schedule | Stable & Growing Company A well-established and rapidly growing food manufacturing company is seeking a Maintenance Planner to support maintenance operations, improve equipment uptime, and help drive overall plant efficiency. This organization recently completed a major facility expansion and continues to invest heavily in its people, processes, and long-term growth. This is a key role responsible for maintenance planning, scheduling, inventory coordination, and CMMS system ownership within a fast-paced production environment. Schedule 2-2-3 rotating schedule Work only half the days of the year Excellent work/life balance with extended time off built into the schedule Key Responsibilities Plan and prioritize maintenance work orders to maximize technician productivity and equipment reliability Coordinate maintenance schedules with production and operations teams Manage maintenance inventory and improve parts readiness Maintain accurate data and reporting within the CMMS system Assist with preventive and predictive maintenance initiatives Support continuous improvement efforts focused on uptime, efficiency, and cost reduction Help ensure maintenance procedures and documentation remain organized and effective Qualifications Minimum 3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment OR 3+ years working with industrial equipment such as boilers, chillers, or HVAC systems Strong mechanical troubleshooting background in a production setting Experience installing, troubleshooting, and repairing: Gearboxes Bearings Chains & sprockets Belts Clutches Brakes Seals & gaskets Experience with CMMS systems preferred Strong communication and organizational skills What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out Stable company with over 80 years in operation Significant recent facility expansion and continued growth Strong culture focused on employee development and internal promotion Long-term career stability within the food manufacturing industry Opportunity to make a direct impact on plant performance and maintenance strategy If you're looking for a company that values its people, offers strong work/life balance, and is investing in the future, this could be an excellent next step.