Scheduling Manager Jobs in Kitchener, ON (NOW HIRING)

Joining the team at SC Johnson Professional makes you part of a family company with a deep history in the professional market as a leading manufacturer of skincare, cleaning and hygiene products, and smart technologies. We provide solutions to Healthcare, Clean Industrial, Industrial, Office & Institutional, Hospitality & Travel, and Retail & Entertainment markets.

SC Johnson Professionalis a business unit within SC Johnson, a family-owned and led company and leading manufacturer of quality, trusted products since 1886.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Maintenance Planner / Scheduler, you'll play a key role in keeping our manufacturing operations running safely and efficiently across two SC Johnson Professional sites. You'll develop and coordinate maintenance work plans, ensure parts and resources are available, and partner with maintenance, engineering, and contractors to optimize equipment reliability and minimize downtime. By tracking performance and driving continuous improvement, you'll help deliver operational excellence every day.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan all Predictive, Preventive, and Condition Based Maintenance for an assigned area and/or business unit of the facility, in conjunction with the sites production and operational plan, including resource (mechanic, operators, parts, equipment) availability to effectively and efficiently execute activities in a coordinated way. Help prioritize and escalate as necessary critical works.

• Secure and manage contractors as needed and responsible for ensuring work is performed according to all Safety standards and requirements.

• Responsible for managing contractors so they remain in good status in management system (ISN).

• Safety absolutes champion for specific areas.

• Manage System Data including ensuring that appropriate information, including PM's, etc. are entered into the PM system when a modification, improvement, or addition is made to manufacturing, utilities, and/or other support area equipment.

• Monitor work order backlog; schedule backlog work in a timely manner to maintain a reasonable level.

• Monitor/audit Mechanic data entry and quality into PM system. Provide support and training as required to ensure meaningful and comprehensive information is available.

• Evaluate all notifications, working with Maintenance Manager and Mechanics. Convert to Work Orders or provide feedback to requestors as appropriate.

• Drive continuous improvement projects related to maintenance as assigned by working with operations and engineering alike.

• Generate and distribute KPI, and trend analysis and reports.

• Monitor stock room inventories and reorder points.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING

• 3+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment; consumer goods manufacturing experience preferred.

• Technical certification, associate degree, or college diploma in a related discipline such as Mechanical Engineering Technology, Process Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a similar technical field

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• Experience with SAP, preferably S4 HANA.

• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements and experience in a GMP manufacturing environment

• Must have continuous improvement mindset.

• Strong analysis skills

• Ability to make ongoing judgments and decisions to keep the business functioning at a high level.

• Ability and willingness to operate and support a positive culture and follow established values.

• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.

• Accountable for personal development and improvement.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.

• High level of computer expertise and competence.

• Analytical skills in problem solving.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

• Strong understanding of mechanical processes, equipment and electrical systems.

• Familiar with other Maintenance Improvement methodologies; work with site/Corporate Engineers.

• Open to new methods and opportunities.

• Positive conflict management skills.

• Participation in the start-up or commissioning of technical equipment and/or production lines.

• Basic understanding of Costing guidelines and Finance & Accounting principles

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Full-time core office hours with expectation to be available for occasional nights/weekends

• This position is not eligible for relocation assistance

• Able to work off-shifts, weekends and extended shifts (i.e. 10 hrs., 12 hrs.), based on business needs

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice as assigned by the Manager. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment.

The Company's Total Rewards package is at or above industry levels. The expected base salary range for this position is between 67,600.00 CAD - 88,700.00 CAD. Job related skills, experience, education, and location will be considered in setting actual starting base salary. In addition to your base salary and depending on job level, eligibility, and performance, a total package may include profit sharing, a short-term incentive and/or long-term incentives. As a family company, benefits are a key piece of our Total Rewards package as well and we're proud to provide a comprehensive, competitive, and differentiated benefits program that our people and their families value.

Inclusion & Diversity

We believe Inclusion and Diversity is more than a program. We embed inclusive practices in our day-to-day work, the way we relate to our colleagues, collaborate, and make decisions.

We value the collective richness of the differences people bring to the organization, including style, personality, thoughts, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and disability - that enables all to bring their full contributions to the organization.

SC Johnson & Son Inc., SC Johnson Professional, and SC Johnson Lifestyle Brands is committed to accessibility in its workplace and recruitment processes for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation in order to participate in this recruitment process, please contact Human Resources.