Maintenance Planner and Purchasing Coordinator

1440 Foods is a sports and active nutrition company on a mission to help energize people to unleash their potential with a focused portfolio of accessible, great-tasting health and wellness brands:
Pure Protein® nutrition bars; and Body Fortress® high efficacy protein powders; MET-Rx® high-performance meal replacements. Join our fun, fast-paced company to be a part of growing 1440 Foods into the future!

The Maintenance Planner & Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and scheduling maintenance activities to ensure optimal equipment performance and minimize downtime in a manufacturing environment. This role involves collaborating with various departments to develop maintenance plans, manage resources, and implement preventive maintenance programs.

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive maintenance schedule for all equipment and machinery.
• Schedule/reschedule services as priorities and availability shift.

• Create and implement preventive maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability.
• Monitor and analyze maintenance trends to recommend improvements.

• Coordinate with maintenance technicians and supervisors to allocate resources effectively.
• Coordinate service requests with vendors or suppliers.
• Maintain parts room, ensure availability of necessary parts and materials for maintenance tasks.

• Create, track, and close work orders using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including labor hours and materials used.

• Work closely with cross functional team to minimize disruptions.
• Report to management on work order completion rates; schedule compliance and other metrics needed to convey performance and opportunities for improvement.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and new maintenance technologies.

• Proficiency in CMMS software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to effectively communicate with other technicians, operators, and leadership to maintain a high level of cooperation among all departments.
• Commitment to safety and compliance with all relevant regulations and standards, including OSHA, FDA, and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of maintenance planning/scheduling experience in manufacturing (food production preferred).
• Experience with CMMS programs used for preventative maintenance, work orders, and spare parts tracking.

• Exposure to both the office setting and food manufacturing facility.
• Significant amount of time working at a computer station.
• Occasional visits to various areas of the manufacturing floor.
• Must wear required PPE while in all manufacturing areas.
• Moving parts and machinery are present in the plant.

• Frequent sitting, standing, or walking.
• Occasional ability to lift up to 30lbs.
• Ability to physically perform functions of repetitive motion, grasping, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, crouching, kneeling, stooping, balancing, and climbing.
• Noise levels will vary, higher noise levels exist while in the plant operations areas.

• Compensation: Competitive pay including automatic wage increases with continued service, performance bonuses, and 401(k) with company match.
• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one, HSA and FSA, EAP program, and onsite gym.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Learning and Advancement: In-house training and internal job board for promotion opportunities.
• Recognition and Rewards: Performance bonuses and service awards.
• Community Outreach: Charitable activities and local impact opportunities.
• Other Perks: Free protein bars and healthy snacks.

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