Maintenance Planning Leader

Overview

Position Title:

Maintenance Planning Leader

Pay Rate: PL14 – $121,300 to $148,300. Eligibility and final placement within the pay range are based on individual experience, skills and abilities.

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About The Role:

The Maintenance Planning function is an integral part of the Mill’s operations. This role is responsible for work order planning and the improvement of the Manufacturing Work Systems (MWS) process. The goal is to reduce costs, increase productivity, and continuously evaluate efficiency and effectiveness of job completion. The role acts as a change agent to drive MWS behaviors that support the reliability strategy and reports to the Mill Maintenance Manager with department Maintenance Planners reporting to this position.

• Improve maintenance workforce effectiveness by eliminating delays and obstacles through planning and coordination of parts, equipment, and personnel.
• Establish and maintain consistent and disciplined planning processes across the Mill.
• Lead MWS and Global Management System Element Champion activities.
• CMMS Champion and ensure accurate use of CMMS databases (knowledge preferred).
• Lead effective shutdown management processes and be accountable for results.
• Direct and develop area planners to provide quality planning for mill area departments.
• Demonstrate commitment to safety and foster a proactive, caring culture.
• Ensure adherence to MWS principles and a consistent scheduling and shutdown process.
• Manage costs within budget and contribute to budgeting processes.
• Develop planner competencies and establish clear expectations for planning work.
• Contribute to availability during shutdowns and manage failures accordingly.
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and discipline in maintenance work preparation and execution.
• Manage on-site General Presence Contractors & Repurposers.
• Assist in mill emergency situations as needed.

• Previous experience with SAP or CMMS systems and Microsoft Project – required.
• BS in Engineering or equivalent manufacturing/maintenance experience.
• 5+ years of paper manufacturing experience preferred.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, engagement, and safety management systems skills.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills (Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to create presentations, proposals, and manage budgets/reports.
• Developing Direct Reports;
  Action Oriented;
  Command Skills/Directing Others;
  Managerial Courage;
  Conflict Management;
  Motivating Others;
  Planning;
  Priority Setting;
  Organizational Skills;
  Detail Oriented;
  Problem Solving.

Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products. Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence products, and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. 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.

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Global Cellulose Fibers promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring, and inclusive workplaces. We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives and are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected and have opportunities to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to our inclusive and diverse culture.

Our employees are our most important asset, and our benefits reflect that. Our benefits package includes health, welfare, and retirement plans, with a variety of options to support employees and their families, including:

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

Physical Location of Position:

34040 Union Camp Drive, Franklin, VA 23851

Note:

This description includes an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action statement. 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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