Equipment Maintenance Planner in Virginia Beach, Virginia at LifeNet Health

AT LIFENET HEALTH, YOU ARE THE ADVANTAGE

Every day, YOU help us to save lives, restore health, and bring hope to patients and families around the world. At LifeNet Health, we cultivate growth, innovation, and collaboration, where your contributions drive solutions that benefit humanity.

Together, we are united by a mission greater than ourselves, a purpose rooted in healing.

ABOUT THIS JOB
Location: Virginia Beach, (Concert Drive)

Department: Tissue Engineering

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday, 7:00AM-3:45PM

Clinical Status: Clinical

HOW YOULL MAKE AN IMPACT
As an Equipment Maintenance Planner, youll play a vital role in advancing our mission. In this position, youll be responsible for maintaining and improving equipment reliability by focusing on work preparation and scheduling, maintenance procedure development, technical innovation, and technical training of the equipment maintenance staff.

Your work will have purpose every single day, contributing directly to life-changing outcomes.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Maintenance Planning and Scheduling Plan and coordinate all equipment maintenance activities (preventive, corrective, overhaul, calibration, inspection). Develop and manage weekly maintenance schedules. Coordinate work across maintenance staff and production/manufacturing.
• Technical Expertise & Equipment Optimization Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in equipment maintenance, inspection, and calibration. Identify and implement new technologies, methods, and best practices. Perform equipment installation, qualification, and post-repair validation. Create and maintain associated technical documentation.
• Equipment Reliability & Process Improvement Develop, define, and improve equipment reliability systems and procedures. Partner with engineering, facilities, and operations to drive continuous improvement. Support root cause investigations and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Training, Compliance & Performance Monitoring Develop and deliver technical training programs. Audit staff performance and adherence to procedures. Track and report KPIs related to maintenance performance and reliability.
• Materials & Inventory Management Order, kit, and stage maintenance materials and parts. Monitor and adjust stockroom inventory levels. Collaborate with stakeholders (maintenance, engineering, vendors) to optimize inventory and efficiency

WHAT YOULL BRING
Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• Five (5) years related industry experience in maintenance planning, skilled trades, machining, inspection or industrial maintenance
• Drivers License

Preferred Experience/Skills/Certifications:

• Associates degree or completed vocational training in Engineering Technology, technical trade program or equivalent
• Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP), Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician (CMRT), Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or equivalent
• Ten (10) years related industry experience in maintenance planning, skilled trades, machining, inspection, or industrial maintenance
  

Key Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Working knowledge and ability: To perform routine tasks, demonstrate specialized technical and basic skills

• Interpret and write technical documents Ability to interpret complex technical drawings and specifications. Demonstrated ability to edit and create sketches, work instructions and procedures using Microsoft office products Solidworks and AutoCAD software CAM / Master CAM Ability to use software to create and edit models and drawings

• Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, building relationships with all professionals at different levels within the organization. Ability to select appropriate medium and communicate with end users, engineers, managers, scientific staff, and external contractors.

• Knowledge in one or more of the following: dimensional inspection; gauge calibration; maintenance planning and asset management; tool design; machining; welding & fabrication; CNC programming; CNC machine maintenance; package sealing equipment and tooling maintenance; PLC systems; CMM programming; mechatronics; low voltage controls; pneumatics.
• Time Management: Able to prioritize multiple, competing priorities and manage time/workload. Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple time sensitive projects, multi-task, identify project interdependencies and potential risks/pitfalls.
• Attention to detail: Able to perform tasks thoroughly and with care; checks work to ensure high degree of accuracy/completeness and early/on-time delivery.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook, Microsoft Suite
• Inventory Management (preferred): Ability to use SAP, Pcard, SPM, and other databases to manage spares inventories and generate purchase requisitions
• Solidworks and AutoCAD software, CAM/Master CAM (preferred): Ability to use software to creaste and edit models and drawings.
  

WHY JOIN LIFENET HEALTH

When you join LifeNet Health, you're not just taking a job, youre joining a mission-driven community dedicated to making a global impact through regenerative medicine. Youll be part of a workplace that values authenticity, collaboration, and the drive to make a difference.

We recognize that great work happens when people feel supported. Thats why our total rewards package is designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

Heres how we support YOU:

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage- Comprehensive care that wont break the bank.
• Profit Sharing Plan- Share in the success you help create.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan- Invest in your future with confidence.
• Paid Parental Leave- 6 weeks to bond with your newest family member.
• Corporate Sponsored Events- Celebrate milestones and build connections.
• Generous Paid Time Off- Because balance matters:
  • 18 vacation days (based on position, tenure, and state laws)
  • 9 sick days (subject to local and state regulations)
  • 9 holidays (7 standard + 2 floating)
• Flexible Work Program- For approved roles, how and where you perform best.
• Tuition reimbursement- We invest in your growth and education.
• Career & Leadership Development- Expand your impact and potential.
• Wellness Program- Prioritize your health with holistic resources.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Support for you and your household.
• Incredible teammates- Collaborate with passionate, dedicated professionals.
  

Note: All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and may be modified at any time, with or without notice, unless otherwise required by law. This job posting does not constitute an employment contract and does not alter the at-will nature of employment at LifeNet Health.

COMPENSATION

Salary Range: $24.64 to $32.85 / hourly

Final compensation will be based on factors such as geographic location, qualifications, and prior relevant experience. The pay range for this position is $24.64 hourly (entry level qualifications) to $32.85 hourly
(experienced in this role). Actual compensation may be higher based on the successful candidates knowledge and relevant experience.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

LifeNet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

As part of our commitment to safety, we maintain a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment substance abuse screening.