Maintenance Planner

Full-time - Day Shift Welland, ON

Valbruna ASW Inc., the premier specialty steel-making facility located in Welland, ON, has an immediate requirement for the following position:

Maintenance Planner

Valbruna ASW Inc. operates a dynamic and versatile facility and has a long and storied history in the steel-making business, with roots in Welland dating back to 1918. Our acquisition by Valbruna Italy combined with improvements in efficiency and production flexibility have placed us among the premier specialty steel producers in North America. However, the fundamental component to our success is our people. The expertise, commitment and adaptability of our team are our most valuable assets and will be critical to the achievement of our future objectives.

The Maintenance Planner will provide expertise and technical support to enhance maintenance processes, while exhibiting leadership in key areas such as planning day-to-day and long-term maintenance work. In this role, the successful candidate will have a major impact in optimizing the management of assets, and will focus on enhancing the effectiveness of the Maintenance team and plant operations as a whole.

Reporting to the Maintenance & Engineering Manager, the Maintenance Planner’s duties & responsibilities include the following:

• Coordinate, organize and plan maintenance projects using a systematic and analytical approach that ensures efficient management of labour, materials, and timelines
• Prioritize maintenance tasks and prepare work orders based on production schedules and equipment needs, ensuring adherence to the maintenance plan
• Assist with the installation and maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems to resolve issues promptly
• Oversee and maintain the maintenance work order backlog within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to ensure accurate tracking and prioritization of tasks
• Ensure proper maintenance of equipment, compliance with electrical and mechanical codes and adherence to safety regulations
• Lead the coordination and facilitation of Routine Week, Down Day, and Outage activities, including organizing scheduling meetings to ensure successful execution
• Monitor and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to support the Asset Reliability Process
• Schedule staff and provide appropriate feedback on progress and quality of work performed, including training employees on new work procedures and safety policies when necessary
• Periodically supervise unionized tradespeople when needed to cover vacations, occasional weekend work, and special projects
• Supervise and coordinate activities of outside contractors as required
• Monitor on-time completion of Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) work orders focusing on Critical and Regulatory inspections
• Assist with the development and implementation of maintenance policies, procedures, work instructions and preventative/corrective measures
• Collaborate with other Supervisors, team members and departments to maintain efficiency and safety of the steel mill operation
• Performs all other duties as assigned to support plant performance and reliability
  
  

The Maintenance Planner will possess the following qualifications and attributes:

• Electrical or mechanical technologist or technician College diploma preferred
• At least three to five years of maintenance experience in a heavy manufacturing environment or an equivalent combination of education, training, and expertise
• Experience managing a team of skilled trades in a unionized environment would be considered an asset
• Must be willing to work shifts when needed and provide weekend and overtime maintenance shift supervision as well as occasional vacation coverage
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of maintenance principles and practices with a technical background in troubleshooting and continuous improvement
• Comfortable working at heights, operating basic tools/machinery, and working directly in the field
• Strong organizational, leadership and planning skills. Demonstrates the ability to meet and manage competing deadlines and handle multiple priorities/demands
• Proven ability to analyze problems, delegate tasks and collaborate within a team environment
• Exhibits excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency using MS Office and CMMS software would be considered an asset
• A strong willingness to work in a fast-paced, lean environment where adaptability, innovation and hard work are valued above all else
• Valbruna ASW Inc. offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package. If you would like to be considered for this role, please send your resume directly to the address provided below with “Maintenance Planner” in the subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest but can only commit to contacting suitable candidates.
• Valbruna ASW Inc. is a supporter of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities ACT (AODA) and is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the AODA. Accommodations will be provided to all applicants with disabilities during any stage of the recruitment process. Please include a summary of the accommodations required in your application e-mail.