Maintenance Planner / Scheduler at Manufacturing Maintenance Solutions Inc – Lexington, Kentucky

URGENT HIRE – Maintenance Planner / Scheduler

Lexington, KY

$32–$36/hr. (DOE) + Overtime Available
1st Shift | 8-Hour Shift
Full-Time | Hiring Now

We’re looking for someone who can plan the work AND understand the work.

If you’ve got a maintenance background and know how to organize jobs, parts, and people to keep equipment running, this is a high-impact role where you’ll drive uptime and efficiency every day.

• Start your day reviewing work orders and production priorities
• Build and adjust maintenance schedules based on real-time needs
• Walk the floor to identify equipment issues and upcoming work
• Coordinate with techs to assign jobs and line up resources
• Jump in to help troubleshoot mechanical or electrical issues when needed
• Make sure parts, tools, and labor are ready before work starts
• Track progress and update CMMS with completed work
• Adjust plans on the fly to keep downtime as low as possible

• Packaging lines, conveyors, and processing equipment
• Motors, pumps, compressors, and drive systems
• Electrical systems: wiring, panels, controls, transformers
• HVAC systems, boilers, chillers, and facility equipment

Tools & Systems:

• CMMS/work order systems (scheduling + tracking)
• Multimeters and diagnostic tools
• Blueprints, schematics, and maintenance manuals
• Inventory and parts tracking systems

• Plan and schedule preventive and corrective maintenance work
• Coordinate labor, parts, and tools for efficient execution
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues when needed
• Prioritize breakdowns and adjust schedules quickly
• Ensure all maintenance work is documented and tracked
• Monitor downtime, performance, and maintenance KPIs
• Help improve maintenance processes and reduce repeat issues
• Follow all safety standards (OSHA, LOTO, etc.)

• 3–5+ years of maintenance experience (mechanical and/or electrical)
• Experience in planning, scheduling, or coordinating maintenance work
• Strong troubleshooting skills and understanding of equipment
• Experience with CMMS systems
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and adapt in a fast-paced environment

We’re actively interviewing and filling this role quickly—apply now to get scheduled.