Planner & Scheduler

The Planner & Scheduler is responsible for developing, coordinating, and maintaining maintenance schedules to ensure efficient resource allocation and timely completion of tasks. This role serves as a critical link between maintenance managers, engineers, and operations teams, ensuring that all activities are planned, tracked, and executed according to organizational goals.

This position is office-based in RTP, NC and will report to Associate Director, Facilities Reliability.

• Develop, update, and maintain detailed maintenance schedules using scheduling software (CMMS, Microsoft Project, etc.)
• Coordinate with maintenance managers, engineers, and stakeholders to gather input and align schedules with project objectives.
• Monitor progress against baseline schedules, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare and distribute regular schedule reports, dashboards, and forecasts to management and stakeholders.
• Ensure resource availability and allocation across multiple work orders.
• Support risk management by identifying potential delays and proposing mitigation strategies.
• Maintain accurate records of schedule changes, approvals, and updates.
• Collaborate with procurement to align material deliveries with maintenance schedules.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field with 2+ years of relevant experience in project planning and scheduling within biotech, manufacturing, or related industries.
• Proficiency with scheduling tools such as CMMS, Microsoft Project, or equivalent systems.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work across cross‑functional teams.

• Knowledge of project management methodologies such as PMI, Agile, or Lean.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

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