Maintenance Spares and Inventory Planner

Title: Maintenance Spares and Inventory Planner

Key Responsibilities:

1.    

Conducts Routine Equipment Reviews by regularly inspecting production equipment on the floor to identify and document critical and recommended spare parts.

2.    

Develops and Maintains Spare Parts Lists by collaborating with maintenance technicians, engineers, and OEMs to build and update asset-specific parts lists and bills of materials (BOMs).

3.    

Optimizes Inventory Management by establishing and maintaining min/max levels and reorder points in SAP/CMMS based on usage trends, lead times, and criticality.

4.    

Maintains Asset-Part Relationship Data by managing a comprehensive database linking parts to assets to improve troubleshooting, uptime, and maintenance responsiveness.

5.    

Standardizes Spare Part Information by ensuring consistent part naming, categorization, and documentation across locations for better visibility and alignment.

6.    

Coordinates Procurement Activities by partnering with purchasing to source new, rebuilt, and service exchange parts, balancing quality, cost, and delivery timelines.

7.    

Manages Supplier and OEM Relationships by developing and sustaining strong supplier networks to ensure timely delivery, coordinated rebuilds, and lifecycle tracking.

8.    

Oversees Spare Parts Crib Operations by ensuring the cleanliness, organization, security, and accessibility of the maintenance and facilities crib.

9.    

Ensures Inventory Accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts, audits, and reconciliations to maintain accurate stock levels and reporting.

10.    

Tracks Component Lifecycles and Warranties by monitoring parts for overhaul or rebuilding needs and managing warranty claims for damaged or expired items.

11.    

Handles Returns and Replacements by coordinating with vendors and OEMs to manage part returns, replacements, and related documentation.

12.    

Supports Networked Inventory Visibility by contributing to the development and maintenance of a centralized system for spare parts tracking and access.

13.    

Maintains Accurate CMMS Records by ensuring equipment and spare parts data are accurately maintained in systems such as SAP, Maximo, or equivalent.

14.    

Assists Maintenance Planning and Reliability by supporting job planning by kitting parts, ensuring readiness for unplanned repairs, and participating in root cause investigations.

15.    

Drives Continuous Improvement Initiatives by leading or supporting lean projects, 5S efforts, and other initiatives aimed at improving spare parts operations and crib efficiency. 

16.    

Promotes a compliance culture in area of responsibility and lives the letter and the spirit of the Rolls-Royce Code of Conduct.

Basic Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience in spare parts management, maintenance support, or supply chain within a manufacturing industry.
•  “Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.” 

Preferred Qualifications:

Proficiency in CMMS/SAP systems and Microsoft Office (especially Excel); experience with shared databases or part tracking tools is a plus.

Basic knowledge of OSHA safety requirements and the ability to use relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Associate’s degree or higher

 Strong knowledge of supply chain management and material flow

 Strong knowledge of manufacturing and production processes, raw materials, quality control, and costs

 Strong troubleshooting and problem solving/analytical skills 

 Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with other employees

 Strong oral and written communication skills

 Strong reading, writing and math skills

 Strong ability to work independently, with little direction, and effectively with teams

 Strong organization, planning and follow up skills

 Strong PC knowledge and the ability to efficiently operate computer terminals and barcode scanning devices

 Ability to work flexible hours and occasional overtime

 Knowledge of Rolls-Royce Solutions America products, policies, and procedures

 Ability to work any shift and overtime as required 

 Ability to obtain appropriate power vehicle license (Flatbed, Hi-Lo, etc.) when necessary

Daily work is performed in a durable goods manufacturing environment.  This is a first shift position with a Monday through Friday schedule from 6am – 4:30pm.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and stand; sit, use hands or fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, parts, or controls reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to balance and climb; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. 

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.  The employee may also be exposed to any number of elements but with none present to the extent of being disagreeable.

Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.

At Rolls-Royce, we are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference. 

30 Sep 2025; 00:09$29.69 - $44.54-HourlyGraniteville, SC

Benefits

The Business UnitPower Systems of Rolls-Royce provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that are even cleaner and smarter and thus provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.

We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These clean and technologically-advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.