Maintenance Planner

JobID: 515

Category: Crafts/Trades

JobSchedule: Full time

Posted Date: 2026-05-19T19:19:51+00:00

JobShift:

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• Plans, schedules, and coordinates corrective and preventive maintenance activities

• Often serves as the liaison between Maintenance and Operations to prioritize and coordinate work

• Stages parts and other preparation for maintenance jobs

• Develops and maintains a work plan and schedule

• Ensures that JDE software data files are complete and current

• Assists with inventory and purchasing functions

• Identifies, analyzes, and troubleshoots equipment maintenance problems

• Reviews daily Stores Issues Report to confirm accuracy

• Conducts daily review of performed maintenance tasks

• Conducts monthly inventory cycle counts

• Receives incoming shipments and invoices

• Organizes and categorizes storeroom parts and equipment

• Performs purchasing to support efficient plant operations

• Utilizes JDE to enter purchase requisitions and purchase orders

• Works with vendors to find optimal pricing and delivery options

• Performs other duties as assigned

• REQUIRED SKILLS:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

• Minimum 5 years in front line maintenance experience

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical journals/manuals

• Computer aptitude for planning and scheduling, ERP system.

• MS Excel experience and basic skills.

• Must be accurate and trustworthy with the ability to create and accept change.

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.

• Minimal travel possible for training.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Working knowledge of MS Office.

• Understanding of Total Productive Maintenance program elements and methods.

• Able to give firm direction in day to day assignments to maintenance personnel.

• Willing to engage all plant personnel to complete maintenance tasks.

• Ability to approach problems analytically based on a strong foundation of practical experience.

• PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Prior experience working with skilled trades

• Previous experience working with JDE software

• Experience with EAM systems or CMMS

U.S. Silica is a leading producer of industrial minerals essential to modern life. With $1B+ in annual revenue, 26 production facilities, and industry-leading last-mile logistics for the oil & gas sector, we supply high-quality silica, diatomaceous earth, clay, and other materials to industries ranging from energy and construction to food & beverage.

As a portfolio company of Apollo Global Management, we are positioned for strategic growth in both our Oil & Gas and Industrial segments. For more than 100 years, our products and innovations have helped make the world cleaner, safer, and more energy-efficient.

U.S. Silica is an equal opportunity employer for all without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. Silica is a smoke- and drug-free workplace.