Planner/Scheduler

OverviewOur Reliability & Maintenance Engineering (RME) team is integral to the success of Amazon worldwide. They manage risks, minimize system downtime, and find innovative ways to improve the way we work. It’s how we’ll become a more sustainable business while building the future one innovative product, service, and idea at a time.The Reliability Maintenance Planner / Scheduler will be a member of the Reliability Maintenance and Engineering team and will work with our Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) team as well as the Reliability Manager to maximize material handling equipment uptime for Operations associates.This position is responsible for developing maintenance plans and schedules based on recurring preventive maintenance activities, predictive maintenance data and KPIs. Key activities for this position include screening EAM work orders, auditing equipment to document work requirements and quality, estimate labor hours, materials, tools and equipment for all assigned work orders to support a proactive, reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) program. This role will work closely with Maintenance management, Maintenance Technicians, Control Systems Technicians and Operations teams to plan, coordinate and schedule proactive maintenance activities during available downtime windows. This will help prevent unplanned downtime of material handling equipment and disruption to production activities. The Reliability Maintenance Planner / Scheduler will have a strong focus on Amazon’s leadership principles of Innovation, Bias for Action and Ownership of their maintenance program.Key job responsibilitiesResponsible for screening work orders, identification of scope, analysis of required level of planning and overall scheduling of maintenance activities given available resources, criticality of work, and available maintenance windowsPerform equipment quality audits to identify and document job requirementIdentify specific safety hazards associated with planned maintenance activitiesEstimate required work hours associated with work order tasks and total work durationPlan parts and materials for reliability improvement projects in order to maximize technician wrench time, improve efficiency, increase system reliability and performanceEnsure all work orders and maintenance activities are derived from EAM and accurately closed out in the system in accordance with Amazon’s maintenance virtuous cycleCompile equipment information into a job package that is ready for technicians to accomplish each shift; clearly communicate the critical steps in the work processCollect necessary engineering drawings, technical documents and specificationsAnalyze equipment downtime data and develop & manage a warranty process that will drive OEM uptime and lower costDrive a proactive maintenance program that ensure 85% of planned work is proactivePartner with local Reliability Maintenance and Engineering leadership groups to coordinate maintenance activities in support of driving a World Class Maintenance organizationOwn and regularly respond with subject matter expertise to maintenance / equipment related questions, own access to and distribution of OEM technical bulletin updates, and facilitate strong communication with OEM vendorsCommunicates with Maintenance Managers, Technicians and Control Systems Technicians regarding ideas and procedures that will enhance and optimize future work activitiesQualificationsBasic QualificationsHigh school or equivalent diploma1+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience1+ years of using a computer maintenance management system in planning, scheduling and auditing overall facilities / maintenance activities experienceWork a flexible schedule / shift / work area, including weekends, nights, and / or holidaysTravel up to 15% of the timePreferred Qualifications2+ years of maintenance planner / scheduler working within an industrial maintenance complex, manufacturing / distribution industries, or equivalent experienceExperience in material handling systems (MHS) installation, operation and maintenanceBachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, Operations, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited universitySubject matter expert (SME) level knowledge of CMMS use (preferably EAM)Functional maintenance experience in a reliability centered maintenance environmentExtensive technical knowledge of diverse MHS, industrial mechanical and electrical systems and automation, controls and robotics systemsCertified Maintenance & Reliability ProfessionalExperienced RCM planner / scheduler with experience working with an EAM CMMSCertified on infrared thermal imaging, ultrasound and other predictive technologiesNote: Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.3+ years experience planning, scheduling and auditing overall facilities / maintenance activities.3+ years’ experience using Word, Excel, and Power Point, etc.4+ years working experience working with enterprise asset management software suite. Infor EAM ASE is highly desired.Proficient with Microsoft Projects software.Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country / region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.The base salary range for this position is listed below. For salaried roles, your Amazon package will include listed sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at • Rome, Italy#J-18808-Ljbffr