Planner Scheduler Maintenance at Abbott

Waukegan, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Medical Devices, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Ability to develop complete executable job plans including safe work practices, job time estimates by trade entered into CMMS (Maximo), availability of required parts, tools, equipment and access, required permits and notifications, specific safety procedures (LOTO, Confined Space, Line Break, Hot Work, etc.), and authorization/approval to perform the work
  • Accountability for ensuring parts are received and kitted for planned work
  • Accountability for tracking ordered parts to ensure on-time completion of job planning
  • Ability to arrange for outside contract services as required
  • Conduct on-site evaluation of work requests
  • Develop cost estimates as required
  • Procure parts and materials for planned work
  • Serve as front-line customer contact for job planning and asset availability
  • Interface with Maintenance Operations (Group Leaders, Planners, Supervisors, and Technical Reliability Engineers) for job plan reviews
  • Ensure planned work compliance with current standards and specifications
  • Ensure quality and accuracy of work plans
  • Participate in trade group meetings for assigned areas
  • Provide technical support for job plans
  • Serve as SME for job plans
  • Work with trades and review job histories for continuous improvement of job plans
  • Initiate MSSRs (add, revise, recommend)
  • Required to drive/operate autos/equipment during work shift
  • Assure all regulatory requirements are met and maintained (FDA, GMP, OSHA, ISO)
  • Flexibility to work with all divisions operating within Abbott facilities

Responsibilities

  • Provide workload planning for multiple skilled trade maintenance department (Electrical, HVAC/R, Mechanical, Plumbing, building maintenance, Rigger, and Movers) across manufacturing, research/development laboratories, warehouse, and other Lake County facilities including leased facilities
  • Plan work including estimating labor hours and material, parts requisition, kitting of materials, and development of a ready backlog of work for skilled trades

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Maintenance PlanningWork SchedulingLabor EstimationParts RequisitionMaterials KittingBacklog ManagementElectrical MaintenanceHVACMechanical MaintenancePlumbing

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits does Abbott offer?

Abbott provides free medical coverage through the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan, an excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution, tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit for earning a bachelor’s degree.

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time employment position.

What is the salary range for this Planner Scheduler Maintenance role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Where is this position located?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key responsibilities does the Maintenance Planner handle?

The role involves developing executable job plans with safe work practices, time estimates in CMMS (Maximo), ensuring parts, tools, permits are ready, kitting materials, tracking parts, arranging contractors, and interfacing with maintenance operations.

What does Abbott's company culture emphasize?

Abbott emphasizes work that matters, career growth, caring for yourself and family, being your true self, and living a full life, and is recognized as a great place to work, one of the most admired companies, and best for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

What experience makes a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates have experience planning maintenance work for multiple skilled trades like Electrical, HVAC/R, Mechanical, Plumbing, and others across manufacturing, labs, and warehouses, including job planning, estimating labor/materials, CMMS (Maximo) usage, and coordinating with operations teams.

Abbott

Healthcare solutions in diagnostics and devices

About Abbott

Abbott Laboratories focuses on improving health through various medical technologies and health solutions. The company operates in areas such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, diagnostic testing, nutrition, and neuromodulation for chronic pain and movement disorders. Abbott's products include advanced medical devices and diagnostic tests that help healthcare professionals and patients manage health conditions effectively. For example, their cardiovascular technologies assist in heart health management, while diabetes care products enable accurate glucose monitoring without painful fingersticks. Unlike many competitors, Abbott emphasizes accessibility and affordability in its offerings, aiming to make life-changing technologies available to a broader audience. The company's goal is to positively impact global health and well-being, supported by a commitment to sustainability and a 2030 Sustainability Plan.

Lake Bluff, IllinoisHeadquarters
1888Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Departure of key leader Dr. Adamson may affect Abbott's Heart Failure division.
Integration challenges with Medtronic could impact glucose monitor-insulin pump rollout.
Thermo Fisher's microfluidics expansion may increase competition for Abbott.

Differentiation

Abbott integrates continuous glucose monitoring with automated insulin delivery systems.
Abbott's microfluidic devices streamline diagnostic processes efficiently.
Abbott's neuromodulation products target specific nervous system areas for chronic pain relief.

Upsides

Microfluidic technology offers cost-effective solutions in diagnostics.
Strategic partnerships like Abbott-Medtronic enhance product offerings and market reach.
Significant investments indicate strong market confidence in Abbott's healthcare solutions.

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