Maintenance Planning Leader

Maintenance Planning Leader

The Maintenance Planning is an integral part of the Mill's operations. This position is responsible for work order planning, and the improvement of the Manufacturing Work Systems (MWS) process at the mill. This position's goal is to reduce costs, increase productivity, continuously evaluating efficiency and effectiveness of job completion, act as a change agent to drive the right MWS behaviors that link directly to our reliability strategy.

This position will report directly to the Mill Maintenance Manager. Department Maintenance Planners will report directly to this position.

Key Accountabilities

• Improve maintenance workforce effectiveness by eliminating potential for delays and obstacles through proper planning and coordination of parts, equipment and personnel.
• Establish and maintain consistent and disciplined planning processes in all areas of the Mill.
• MWS and Global Management System Element Champion
• CMMS Champion
• Lead effective shutdown management processes and is responsible for the results.
• Manages area planners to provide quality planning for the mill area departments
• Demonstrated personal commitment to safety and creating a proactive and caring culture
• Ensures mill adherence to the principles of MWS
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and develop direct reports
• Ensures accurate and complete use of CMMS Databases – knowledge of CMMS is preferred
• Ensures that a consistent scheduling and shutdown process is in place and used
• Manage costs to budget/input in budgeting process
• Develops competencies of Planners and establishes clear expectations for planning work
• Responsible for the portion of availability as it applies to shutdown management and failures
• Ensures a high degree of quality, safety and discipline utilized in preparation and execution of maintenance work
• Manages on-site General Presence Contractors & Repurposers
• Assist as needed in mill emergency situations

About You:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Previous experience with SAP or CMMS systems, and Microsoft project - required
• BS in Engineering with or equivalent manufacturing/maintenance experience
• 5+ years paper manufacturing experience preferred
• 3+ years supervisory experience preferred
• Strong skills demonstrated in leadership, engagement, and safety management systems
• Proficiency in basic computer skills such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook): such as the ability to create presentations, proposals, managing budgets/reports, etc.

Key Competencies

About Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF)

Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products. Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. In addition, our specialty pulp serves as a sustainable raw material used in construction materials, paints, coatings and more.

GCF generated $2.8B in revenue in 2024 and has 3,300 employees globally, with nine manufacturing facilities and eight regional offices. Additional information can be found by visiting

Why GCF

Global Cellulose Fibers promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

We've Got You Covered

At Global Cellulose Fibers, our employees are our most important asset and that's reflected in our benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans. We are proud to offer a variety of benefits to support our employees and their families, including:

• Medical, Dental, Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• 401(k) and Company-funded retirement contributions
• Paid Time Off

Physical Location of Position

Franklin Fluff Mill

34040 Union Camp Drive

Franklin, VA 23851

Global Cellulose Fibers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Global Cellulose Fibers complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.

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