Maintenance Planner

Job Summary

This opening is with Howmet Aerospace – a world leader in investment casting of super-alloys, aluminum, and titanium primarily for jet aircraft and industrial gas turbine markets. For more information, visit

• Create and modify Microsoft Excel Sheets through the utilization of conditional formatting, formulas, and macros.
• Prepare the Preventative Maintenance work orders for the Maintenance team on a weekly basis.
• Assist in the development of general Maintenance procedures and work instructions.
• Responsible for requesting quotations for spare parts based on technical requests from Engineering and Maintenance teams.
• Order and track spare parts requests in the on-site Purchasing system.
• Organize all ordered, received, on hold, and cancelled requests within an Excel spreadsheet.
• Able to create, utilize, and manipulate formulas in Excel to sort large amounts of data into a presentable format.
• Maintain the Critical Equipment Spare Part Excel Sheet and create identification tags for parts that are received in.
• Manage the maintenance common tooling process.
• Assist in the management of calibrating all critical furnace equipment by sending/receiving devices before expiration dates.
• Comfortable walking onto the Production floor to receive incoming spare parts and manage the spare parts storage area.
• Gather data from multiple spreadsheet sources and create recurring reports for the on-site management team.
• Assist in the planning of Maintenance shut down jobs working with the Maintenance Supervisor and Facilities Engineering team.
• Manage consumable Preventive Maintenance spares as they are used throughout the year.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of Mechanical, Hydraulic, and Electrical system principles.
• Comfortable working in dirty environments to support the Maintenance spare parts program.
• Maintains a safe and organized workstation and follows all company policy, safety, and procedures.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working in a manufacturing environment or maintenance related field (Hydraulic Systems, CNC Machines, Water Jets, Mechanical Systems, Electrical Systems, Welding, HVAC, or Facilities/General Maintenance).
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in an office administrative position utilizing computer software to manage inventory and schedule business related operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically in Excel.
• Proficiency in managing/organizing business inventory.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Position entails access to export‑controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon the ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in procurement, planning, or maintenance reliability related field of study.
• 3+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment or maintenance related field.
• 3+ years of experience working in an office administrative position utilizing computer software to manage inventory and schedule business related operations.

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $7.4 Billion in revenue in 2024, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and light weighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world.

To learn more about how Howmet Aerospace is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities, review the 2024 Environmental, Social, and Governance report at

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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