MAINTENANCE PLANNER

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Maintenance Planner

The purpose of this role is to maintain and improve the technical availability and standards of M&P and Primary equipment through effective maintenance planning, scheduling, and spare parts management. The role drives continuous improvement in equipment performance and condition to ensure product quality meets specifications and key performance indicators. It also includes spare parts ordering, stock level control, budget planning for maintenance services, and consumption tracking. All activities must be accurately maintained in the SAP PM module

Position

Maintenance & Repair

• Ensure equipment availability through effective preventive maintenance planning and execution.
• Develop and maintain detailed maintenance task lists.
• Maintain the SAP PM module, ensuring all processes and reports align with internal guidelines.
• Analyze machinery performance and downtime causes; implement measures to improve maintenance efficiency and optimize planned technical downtime.
• Ensure product parameters are met and standard machine parameters are documented.
• Lead the resolution of complex faults in production.
• Support production in achieving planned volumes on time, meeting product specifications and quality standards while delivering manufacturing KPIs.

Spare Parts Management

• Manage spare parts budget and maintain optimal stock levels.
• Reduce maintenance costs through breakdown elimination, extending consumable lifespan, and sourcing efficient spare parts and services.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and organization in Kardex.
• Analyze spare parts management efficiency and propose optimization strategies.

5s3r & Kaizen

• Implement and supervise the 5S3R concept within areas of responsibility.
• Prepare and guide visual workplace management systems.
• Propose continuous improvement initiatives based on best practices from the tobacco industry or other sectors.

Safety & Ehs

• Ensure safe conditions and proper use of production equipment.
• Stay aware of EHS risks across the site and follow all safety regulations, routines, and policies.
• Actively promote a safer and healthier working environment.

People Development

• Build and develop a high-performance team in the production area.
• Coach and train mechanics and operators in both maintenance activities and SAP PM usage.
• Foster autonomous capabilities within line teams.
• Set production priorities through planned technical downtime meetings.

Requirements

• High school diploma; technical school or equivalent is preferred.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in machine installation, repair, and problem-solving.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems.
• Experience in coaching and fostering a strong spirit of collaboration across teams.
• Fluent in written and spoken English and Swedish.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office.

• Strong Analytical Skills.

• Experience with Lean methodology.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.

• Familiarity With Sap.

What To Expect:

Expect growth opportunities worldwide, continuous training, continuous development, opportunity to work with different cultures, good compensation package, social security package. For more details on local policies, speak with the Talent Advisor

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Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.