Maintenance Planner
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 6, 2026. Washington Mills scores A on the Alion truth index.
Maintenance Planner
Position type: Full-Time, Salaried
Location: Niagara Falls, NY
Ask Yourself This…
Come join an established manufacturing company with a proud history of producing high-quality abrasive grains. We’re looking for a proactive, organized Maintenance Planner who knows that great maintenance starts with great planning. If you thrive on organization, problem solving, and making things run smoothly, come join us in Niagara Falls, New York!
Who We Are
Washington Mills is built on values that matter. Founded more than 150 years ago, we have earned our reputation as one of the world’s most trusted and reliable producers of abrasive, ceramic and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest selection of abrasive grain and specialty electro-fused minerals in the market today, we constantly pursue growth in our products, our approach, and our people. Our founding principles of honesty, integrity and reliability still guide our business today, and we are a proud community of hands-on problem solvers, committed to shaping the materials applications of the future. With global distribution and sites located throughout North American and Europe, Washington Mills opens the door to a world of opportunity, creativity, and challenge.
What You’ll Do
The Maintenance Planner is responsible for minimizing operational downtime through efficient planning and contractor management. They will assist in the planning of scheduled maintenance and ensure that all parts, equipment, and materials needed are on site. The Maintenance Planner leads in coordination with the Maintenance Manager in continuous improvement efforts. This role will report directly to the Plant Manager.
Coordinate outside contractors for repairs to minimize downtime, provide schedules to plant management and production team
Estimate projects and repairs with multiple quotes and provide quotes to management for approval
Establish a preventative maintenance (PM) program and maintain the program throughout the plant
Plan, budget, and schedule facility modifications and repairs in coordination with the Maintenance Manager
Expediate parts for emergency/unexpected maintenance repair
Fill in for Maintenance Manager as needed
What You’ll Need
To be successful in this position, you must:
Possess 3+ years of experience within maintenance planning
Be well organized, detail-oriented, and proficient in interpretation of blueprints and electrical schematics
Have good troubleshooting skills and be able to stay focused on several tasks at once
Have the ability to work independently and also communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organization
Compensation
We proudly offer robust compensation and benefits packages, including:
Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
Heavily subsidized medical and dental plans
Employer-sponsored retirement plan
Company-paid life insurance
Immediate paid vacation and generous holiday time
Family-friendly sick and personal leave policies
Opportunities for career development
Washington Mills aims to deliver a comprehensive compensation package. The compensation provided is the national pay range for this position of $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year depending on experience. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
Interested? We want to hear from you! Visit washingtonmills.com/careers and tell us why you’re the candidate we’re looking for.
The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.