Maintainence Planner/Scheduler

As a Maintenance Planner/Scheduler at Cellares, your primary responsibilities include planning and scheduling maintenance activities, coordinating repairs and calibrations, and managing maintenance resources efficiently. You will ensure tasks are executed in compliance with standard operating procedures, facilitating communication across various departments to enhance operational effectiveness. Additionally, you will be responsible for updating the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) with job plans and overseeing materials and parts to support maintenance initiatives.

To be considered for the Maintenance Planner/Scheduler role at Cellares, candidates should possess an associate’s degree along with at least 5 years of experience in maintenance planning and scheduling within a regulated environment, ideally in cell therapy or biopharmaceuticals. A solid understanding of cGMPs, ISO standards, and industry best practices is essential. Candidates must also demonstrate proficiency in tools like MS Windows, Excel, and PowerPoint, coupled with strong communication skills.

The Maintenance Planner/Scheduler plays a pivotal role at Cellares by ensuring that maintenance operations are planned and executed efficiently, directly affecting productivity and equipment reliability. By overseeing maintenance resource allocation and scheduling, you help prevent downtime and enhance the overall operational efficiency of our cell therapy manufacturing processes. Your ability to manage and communicate progress will ensure that all stakeholders are aligned and that our mission of accelerating access to cell therapies is achieved.

At Cellares, a Maintenance Planner/Scheduler can anticipate a fast-paced, mission-driven work environment where collaboration is key. You will interact with various departments, which fosters a dynamic and multidisciplinary setting. Our culture emphasizes self-motivation, integrity, and innovation, providing you with opportunities to tackle a variety of challenges as the company grows in the cutting-edge field of cell therapy manufacturing.

Cellares offers a competitive total compensation package for the Maintenance Planner/Scheduler role, which includes base salaries ranging from $90,000 to $210,000, highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) matching, onsite lunches, and stock options. The financial package is negotiable and varies based on experience, education, and location, ensuring that hard work and dedication are duly recognized.

In answering this question, focus on specific examples from your previous roles where you successfully implemented maintenance planning processes. Highlight your familiarity with regulatory standards such as cGMP and ISO and discuss how you maintained compliance during your planning and scheduling activities.

A good approach to this question is to describe your method for evaluating maintenance tasks based on factors like criticality, resource availability, and impact on operations. Use past examples to illustrate how you managed scheduling conflicts or priorities effectively, ensuring that essential maintenance was never overlooked.

Be prepared to discuss your experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), particularly any systems you're familiar with, such as Blue Mountain RAM. Explain how you've leveraged these tools to improve scheduling efficiency and the overall planning process.

Discuss your problem-solving approach and how you communicate any changes or impacts to stakeholders. Stress the importance of flexibility and adaptability in planning and how you ensure that all departments stay informed and aligned during unforeseen circumstances.

In your response, narrate a specific instance of a maintenance shutdown where you effectively managed the process. Discuss your planning, the team's collaboration, and the outcome, highlighting the importance of thorough communication and resource management.

Highlight your attention to detail and organizational skills in managing maintenance records. Discuss how you've utilized CMMS or other documentation systems to ensure accuracy and accessibility, which is vital for compliance and analysis purposes.

In your answer, explain your systematic approach to identifying the underlying causes of equipment failures. Emphasize the importance of teamwork, data collection, and ongoing improvement initiatives and how they contribute to enhancing machinery reliability.

Articulate that adaptability is crucial in this role. Explain how a Maintenance Planner/Scheduler must effectively balance multiple priorities while being proactive in tackling challenges. Share personal experiences that illustrate your adaptability to varying situations and needs in a fast-paced environment.

Discuss your adherence to safety protocols and quality assurance standards throughout maintenance activities. Provide examples of how you've integrated compliance checks into your planning processes, ensuring that all operations align with required regulations and practices.

Articulate your passion for the mission of Cellares and how your background aligns with their innovative work in cell therapy manufacturing. Convey your excitement about contributing to meaningful advancements in healthcare and your eagerness to tackle the challenges of this fast-growing field.