Maintenance Planner Technician - Colby, WI

Maintenance Planner Technician - Colby, WI

The Maintenance Planner / General Maintenance position combines maintenance planning, preventive and predictive maintenance coordination, CMMS administration, project and backlog management, and hands-on general maintenance support. The position is responsible for helping ensure reliable equipment operation, efficient maintenance scheduling, production support, proper documentation, and compliance with food safety and workplace safety requirements.

• Work cooperatively in a team environment and follow all directions.
• Follow time and attendance policies per company handbook.
• Work requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Maintain professional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
• Must be able to lift, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Tolerate warm or hot seasonal temperatures.
• Basic computer knowledge is required.

• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Understand HACCP principles and their importance.
• Follow all Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards.
• Maintain excellent personal hygiene and proper work attire.
• Report any suspicious activity related to food defense.

• Follow all OSHA regulations applicable to job tasks.
• Stay aware of surroundings including forklift traffic and trip hazards.
• Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Maintain guards and safety devices on machinery and structures.
• Never operate equipment without proper training or certification.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree Preferred
• CMRP Certified or Ability to certify within 2 years of hire

• Planning and scheduling the predictive/preventative maintenance schedule for the facility.
• Planning for upcoming orders and projects.
• Oversee the project/backlog maintenance work and schedule team appropriately for completion.
• Review production and sanitation schedule to plan and assign work orders for efficient completion with minimal down time.
• Oversee CMMS program and ensure all maintenance time is recorded properly in the system.
• Ensure proper documentation is received with parts and equipment (specifications, manuals, etc.).
• Work with MRO Inventory Coordinator to help maintain parts inventories and back-up systems.
• Additional duties as assigned by Management.
• Respond to reports of suspicious activity related to food defense.

• Perform general maintenance on production equipment and facility.
• Assist with equipment repairs, troubleshooting, and adjustments.
• Install, adjust, or reinforce production lines and equipment.
• Support preventative maintenance activities.

• Complete tasks assigned by Manager or leadership.
• Support continuous improvement and production efficiency.
• Respond to food defense concerns or suspicious activity.

• Occasionally = 41–60% of shift
• Frequently = 60–90% of shift
• Continuously = 60%+ of shift

Note Employees are required to immediately report any food safety or quality concerns to a supervisor or authorized personnel. ADM requires the successful completion of a background check