Planner​/Scheduler

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty years our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.

$$ Competitive BONUS opportunities - up to SIX bonuses per year (Quarterly Profit Sharing & Value Share)

Paid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours of PTO available on Day 1, on top of a biweekly PTO accrual program!

Comprehensive benefits package;
Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution

Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions

401K with company match

Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations

Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements

Discounted home and auto insurance

A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually

'Family-first' culture

Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements

As the Planner/Scheduler, you will be responsible for the daily, weekly and outage planning and scheduling of maintenance activities. You will be an integral part of a best-in-class maintenance program working with site leadership on priorities and coordinating contractors planning processes through accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration.

DURING A TYPICAL DAY

Planning

- Assure all work orders are planned for Environmental, Health & Safety and Quality

- Assure all work orders have necessary technical components to execute high quality work from POET and contractor staff alike

- Coordinate with other POET Bioprocessing resources and contractors as needed to develop accurate work order plans and minimize issues due to planning problems

- Assure all WO’s are in the proper status by identified time frames to complete work consistent with priority status - Perform Outage planning and scheduling year around

Scheduling

- Own completion of weekly schedule one week in advance lead weekly meeting to complete/communicate the 1- week work schedule.

- Schedule Maintenance Technicians available hours weekly to >90%

- Coordinate with the Operations team to ensure all activities are scheduled consistent with production targets while also maintaining Safety and Environmental standards Since we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skill may be put to a lot of other uses!

STRENGTHS OF A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

- High school diploma or equivalent is required.

- Experience with maintenance managements systems such as Maximo is a plus.

- Uptime Elements Maintenance Reliability Certification or equivalent certification is also a plus.

- You have the ability to achieve and maintain forklift certification.

- Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills as well as the ability to embrace change.

- You communicate effectively in writing and in person.

- You have the ability to understand technical and day to day operation of a bioprocessing facility.

- You know the basics of Microsoft Office Suite. You’re capable of learning new programs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Team members will be required to adhere to all safety requirements at all times and in all work environments. This position is exposed to work in multiple environments, including plant, laboratory, as well as an office environment. You may be exposed to high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, dusty conditions, internal and external temperature/weather conditions, and chemicals.

Due to the physical and safety sensitive nature of this job, you will be subject to a physical and expected to pass a drug screen during the pre-screen process. During employment, you’ll be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Specific physical requirements may include:

Occasionally lifting weight up to sixty (60) pounds.

Climbing several flights of stairs and ladders.

Occasionally bending, twisting and turning while lifting weight of less than fifty (50)…