Maintenance Planner/Scheduler

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.

Overall Purpose and Objective of Position

This position is responsible for planning, prioritization and scheduling of all maintenance work generated from work requests in CMMS. The planning function includes, scope of work, ensure parts are on hand, job plan for preventive work as well as routine maintenance work and planning shut down and outage work.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Verify work submitted as service request or waiting assignment in CMMS and determine scope of work that includes:
  • The work to be done; the craft (electrical, mechanical, etc) services needed; the need for a contractor to complete the work; the length of time the work/repair will take; confirm tools and parts needed and order; prioritize the work to be performed and determine job scope (Capex, CM, PM, EM); coordinate downtime with Operation Departments.
• Develops PM’s and monitors for updating regularly
• Monitor work orders and update CMMS with input from techs, checking downtime load
• Works with management team to accomplish all tasks in a timely and safe manner
• Learns plant processes and procedures for start-up, shut down and operations to better understand how equipment is utilized
• Notifies Maintenance Supervisor and Maintenance Manager of any production, maintenance or safety problems
• Ensures the Departments compliance with Company safety rules and verifies the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) as required in fulfillment of assigned responsibilities
• Assists in plans to maintenance budget to meet facility needs and production goals
• Assists in planning and coordinating plant outages to minimize downtime and costs

Reporting and Communication:

• Maintains inventory of tools and supplies to ensure the efficient operation of plant equipment; requisitions spare parts and contractor labor as needed
• Notifies the Maintenance Manager of potential safety hazards, equipment failures, operational inconsistencies and employee incidents
• Assists with CMMS Program development and implementation
• Inputs new equipment information into CMMS and develops PM’s, spare parts list and list bill of materials
• Participates in Improvement Program and MOC
• Utilize the CMMS preventative maintenance program to keep plant equipment running at peak efficiency

Training and Coaching:

• Delivers job-related training to Maintenance staff to increase work efficiency and safety
• Use of occupational health and safety testing equipment (e.g., air monitors) in compliance with OSHA regulations
• Wears proper personal protective equipment as required

Additional Responsibilities

• Promote the completion of accurate and timely work orders
• Drive Company utility vehicles as necessary in order to perform tasks assigned by plant management, which may include but not be limited to: responding to plant or staff emergencies and or picking up, dropping off or transporting parts, equipment, instruments, supplies and other materials necessary to ensure that the machinery and equipment in the plant remain in good working order
• Other duties as assigned

Company Conformance Statements

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the general public.
• Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company.
• Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy.

Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses

Basic qualifications

• High school diploma
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred qualifications:

• Technical degree or trade/mechanical training related to the operation and maintenance of industrial equipment preferred

Experience

• Five (5) years of experience with welding, cutting, gearbox repair, pump alignment, material handling systems, preventive maintenance, and/or instrument and electrical work in an industrial processing facility or in a machine shop
• Must have a strong knowledge of effective preventative maintenance practices and procedures.
• Knowledge and understanding of world class maintenance program

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)

Basic qualifications:

• Knowledge of electrical systems including Switch Gear, MCC’s, PLCs, Ladder Logic, and Instrumentation
• Ability to perform all duties of position while maintaining compliance with regulatory safety requirements, e.g., OSHA, PSM, EPA, USDA, ISO 9000 and BQ-9000
• Ability to read blueprints and/or other plant diagrams, electrical and equipment schematics
• Ability to provide instruction with respect to computer control systems and machine operation/repair
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders as well as work at heights; manage confined space entry, withstand extended periods of walking and standing; move manufacturing materials, products and equipment of 50 pounds or more which requires regular bending and lifting
• Mechanical aptitude, effective oral and written communication skills, basic math and fundamental PC skills
• Must be well organized, self-motivated and action oriented and able to work effectively in a team environment
• Broad knowledge of maintaining plant equipment/industrial machinery is required
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel
• Broad knowledge of maintaining plant equipment/industrial machinery is required
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management preferred
• Knowledge of the regulatory requirements the facility operates under (e.g., OSHA, EPA, USDA) preferred

Equipment Used

• Production machinery and operating heavy equipment
• Use of electrical tools, shop equipment, welders, torches, hoists
• Use of testing equipment, multiple hand tools, voltmeters, vibration analysis tools and precision measuring tools

Working Conditions

• Regular exposure to a variety of temperatures and prevailing weather conditions; regular exposure to gases, vapors, dust, odors and flammable liquids; occasional exposure to areas with wet floors and high volume of noise. Heavy lifting of manufacturing materials and products is required. Position will require regular stair climbing and extended periods of walking and standing in order to access remote areas of the plant, heights and confined spaces. Personal Protective Equipment will be worn in compliance with Company standards and government regulations. Call-ins or the extension of regular working hours are occasionally necessary to complete time-sensitive projects, attend training or to respond to emergencies.

Employee Supervision

• Supervise contractors as needed

Decision making/Accountability

• Responsible for selecting contract labor and parts to be used when on call

Safety, Health & Environmental Responsibilities

• Maintains good working knowledge of SHE policies, rules and procedures applicable to area of responsibility and ensures all applicable requirements are adhered to.  Ensures employees are provided required training for area and jobs and tasks prior to assigning work.  Ensures area of responsibility is maintained in orderly and safe manner.  Promptly reports unsafe working conditions to management and communicates potential hazards to affected employees.  Promptly reports all incidents to management and conducts incident investigation as soon as practicable; no later than 24 hours from time of incident. 

What We Offer

We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.

- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage
- 401k with Company Match
- Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles)

Diversity & Inclusion

LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.

LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Equal employment opportunity (EEO)

Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Sustainability

Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.

We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us