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Stronghold Specialty, Ltd

STG - PLANNER

La Porte, TX

Summary/ Objective The position of Planner I will be responsible to develop, manage, and control ... Walk out shutdown jobs and develop job packages that include manpower, bill of materials, equipment ...

Stronghold Specialty, Ltd

ETS - PLANNER

La Porte, TX · On-site

Overview Summary/ Objective The position of Planner I will be responsible to develop, manage, and ... Walk out shutdown jobs and develop job packages that include manpower, bill of materials, equipment ...

Stronghold Specialty, Ltd

ETS - PLANNER

La Porte, TX

Summary/ Objective The position of Planner I will be responsible to develop, manage, and control ... Walk out shutdown jobs and develop job packages that include manpower, bill of materials, equipment ...

Stronghold Specialty, Ltd

STG - PLANNER

La Porte, TX · On-site

Overview Summary/ Objective The position of Planner I will be responsible to develop, manage, and ... Walk out shutdown jobs and develop job packages that include manpower, bill of materials, equipment ...

Ergon

Reliability Engineer

Hattiesburg, MS

$101K - $127K/yr

Conduct shutdown planning for fixed equipment to ensure IWPs are adequate and communicated to the shutdown Planner, and ensure contract resources are planned for and sourced * Conduct and participate ...

pca

PLANNER-MAINTENANCE (Electrical)

Gladstone, VA

Schedules and leads maintenance shutdown planning meetings to meet the mill's objectives. * Covers for area mechanical supervision during vacations and absences or when otherwise necessary * Must be ...

Nooter

Project Planner

Toledo, OH

Short-term shutdown planning and scheduling. * Formulate timelines and manpower estimates to determine course of action in emergency situations. * Initiate material and equipment purchases as needed ...

Nooter Construction

Project Planner

Toledo, OH · On-site

$80 - $85/hr

Short-term shutdown planning and scheduling. * Formulate timelines and manpower estimates to determine course of action in emergency situations. * Initiate material and equipment purchases as needed ...

Nooter Construction

Project Planner

Toledo, OH · On-site

$80 - $85/hr

Short-term shutdown planning and scheduling. * Formulate timelines and manpower estimates to determine course of action in emergency situations. * Initiate material and equipment purchases as needed ...

Buzzi Unicem USA, Inc.

Maintenance Planner

Maryneal, TX · On-site

Take a proactive approach to contingency and strategic planning and seek input from other departments on shutdown planning. * This function will also provide input to the plant budget complete with ...

Buzzi Unicem USA, Inc.

Maintenance Planner

Maryneal, TX · On-site

Take a proactive approach to contingency and strategic planning and seek input from other departments on shutdown planning. * This function will also provide input to the plant budget complete with ...

LEGAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT PARTNERS LLC

PR · On-site

Support planning and execution of shutdown activities, facility improvement initiatives, maintenance projects, and operational support activities within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment ...

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As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for shutdown planner in the United States is $30.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.00 and $35.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Shutdown Planner do?

A Shutdown Planner is responsible for organizing and coordinating all activities related to plant or facility shutdowns, maintenance turnarounds, or major equipment overhauls. They develop detailed schedules, allocate resources, and communicate with various teams to ensure that all work is completed safely, efficiently, and within budget. Their role is critical in minimizing downtime and ensuring that shutdowns are executed smoothly and according to plan.

What are the main challenges a Shutdown Planner faces when coordinating maintenance activities during plant shutdowns?

A Shutdown Planner often faces the challenge of balancing strict timeframes with the need for thorough maintenance. Coordinating multiple teams, vendors, and resources while minimizing downtime requires strong organizational skills and proactive communication. Unexpected equipment issues or delays can arise, so adaptability and contingency planning are essential. Effective Shutdown Planners also ensure that all safety protocols are met, as shutdown periods can increase operational risks.

What is the difference between Shutdown Planner vs Maintenance Scheduler?

AspectShutdown PlannerMaintenance Scheduler
Primary RolePlans and coordinates large-scale shutdowns and outagesSchedules routine maintenance tasks and repairs
CertificationsOften requires safety and industry-specific certificationsMay require similar safety certifications but less focused on shutdowns
Work EnvironmentIndustrial plants, refineries, power stationsFactories, manufacturing plants, industrial facilities
Employer UsageUsed by companies managing complex shutdownsUsed by maintenance departments for scheduling work

While both roles involve planning and scheduling, the Shutdown Planner specializes in managing large-scale shutdowns and outages, ensuring minimal downtime and safety compliance. Maintenance Schedulers focus on routine maintenance tasks, scheduling repairs and preventive work. Understanding these differences helps employers and professionals choose the right role for their skills and industry needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Shutdown Planner, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Shutdown Planner, you need strong project management skills, experience in maintenance planning, and a background in engineering or a related technical field. Familiarity with planning software like SAP, Primavera P6, or MS Project, along with relevant certifications in project or maintenance management, is often required. Excellent organizational abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help ensure all stakeholders are aligned and schedules are met. These skills are critical for minimizing downtime, ensuring safety, and delivering shutdown projects on time and within budget.
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Maintenance Planner - Cincinnati Plant

Maintenance Planner - Cincinnati Plant

General Mills

Cincinnati, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 28 days ago

General Mills rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 110 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

62nd of 397 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Maintenance Planner (internally called an Asset Care Leader) is responsible for leading and delivering differential improvement in the overall effectiveness, quality and sustainability of the team's asset care strategies. They own Asset Care Strategy, Maintenance Planning and Scheduling process, CMMS health and data accuracy for their systems. Good communication skills, process rigor as well as strong technical knowledge in maintenance crafts, equipment design and function, manufacturing requirements, and maintenance processes are required to deliver effective maintenance strategies and process improvements.
To learn more about our Cincinnati plant and surrounding area click here!
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Safety
Lead Human and Food Safety
  • Cultivate Human Safety Culture that reduces risk to our people and communities by increasing capability to proactively discuss, identify and control risk.
  • Cultivate Food Safety Culture that is committed to manufacturing safe food that is compliant with policy and regulatory requirements.

Asset Care Leadership
  • Lead implementation of asset care strategies for the platform (90% of All A and B Assets) to deliver plant and department objectives (Budget, Reliability, Schedule etc.).
    • Communicate and educate effectively across the platform team and plant leaders about the impact and tradeoffs between performance, cost and asset health. Communicate spending history and prediction by work type and category to assist in budget management.
    • Early Management point person for Asset Care Strategies and Maximo setup around new capital.
  • Owns CMMS Data Accuracy
    • Owns Maximo standards and usage for the team.
    • Performs advanced data analysis to assist with problem solving efforts as well as proactively seek out issues to be resolved.
    • Maintain technical documentation for the team.

Process Leadership and Ownership
Driving System Utilization (DSU):
  • Incorporate Asset Care Strategies and MP&S in the creation and the deployment (where applicable) of the platform improvement plan.

Daily Direction Setting (DDS):
  • Participate in platform level Weekly, Monthly and Quarterly DDS and support the advancement of plans for the day when required.

Maintenance Foundational Systems (MP&S, LMS, Shutdown Planning ER, Predictive):
  • MP&S: Accountable for the development, implementation, training and execution of the Planning and Scheduling process.
    • Independently create high quality PMs and Job Plans with well documented labor, materials, tools and instructions needed for all incoming work.
    • Implement a work schedule that balances equipment needs, equipment availability, labor needs, and labor availability to deliver plant priorities.
    • Coordinate with the production planner and platform team to understand and optimize equipment and labor availability.
    • Create, lead and measure effectiveness of a work prioritization process inclusive of key stakeholders including operations, engineering, quality, safety, and other plant stakeholders.
  • Implement LMS, Shutdown Planning, ER, and Predictive for the platform through asset care in alignment with site strategy (RE owns site strategy for LMS and Predictive).
  • Partners with Maintenance Team Leader on asset care connections with Defect Handling (DH) and Breakdown Elimination (BE).
  • Mentor and build capability in maintenance processes and standards.

Know your Operation, Data and Technology
  • Increase technical knowledge and aptitude to assess all incoming work and independently develop work plans inclusive of labor, materials, tools and instructions.
  • Secure capability to independently communicate the scope of work through written documentation and verbal instructions.
    • Reliability expertise in how the various components fit and work together to make the equipment/system run, and capable of utilizing this skill set in documenting high quality job plans.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • High School Diploma
  • 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing technical field
  • Demonstrated leadership and working in a highly collaborative environment
  • Success in driving results through process and teamwork
  • Proven success reducing losses and improving performance in a manufacturing setting
  • Demonstrated technical capability and knowledge of unit operations and machinery (at least one production platform)
  • Skilled at communicating between work groups, cross-functional resources, and other members of the plant
  • Foundational knowledge of data analysis systems (examples: SAP, Maximo) and decision making for results
  • Broad experience in materials (metals, plastics, etc.), fabrication methods (welding, machining, etc.), engineering skills (reading prints, measuring), fastening methods, and lubrication principles.
  • Craft worker experience or very strong knowledge of craft duties and capabilities
  • Knowledge of the skill level of different crafts
  • Practical knowledge of Maximo and Maintenance Planning & Scheduling

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree (Technical/Science/Engineering/Mechatronics preferred)
  • 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing technical field
  • CMRP, MLTI certifications

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS
  • International relocation or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be considered.
  • Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. General Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas.

COMPANY OVERVIEW
We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best - bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one other and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what's next.
Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $70100.00 - $105200.00 / Annually. At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you need to request an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please fill out our online accommodations request form by following this link: Accommodations Request.

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General Mills, Inc. manufactures some of the most beloved foods in the world, including Cheerios and Lucky Charms, Nature Valley granola bars, Totino's pizza rolls, and Yoplait yogurt. Blue Buffalo became part of General Mills in 2018, so even your pets love us too.

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US

Year founded

1928

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