Maintenance Planner

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

Job Location: Mississauga, ON

Hydro employees can enjoy several benefits including:

- Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance

- Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions

- Education Assistance

- Bonus Plan Eligibility

- Parental Leave

Shifts Available and Hours:

Onsite: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Reliability Manager, the Maintenance Planner is responsible for organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling maintenance activities to ensure optimal equipment performance.

You’ll be the brain behind the maintenance schedule; planning, coordinating, and tracking preventive, predictive, and corrective work to keep the plant running safely and efficiently. The role involves preparing detailed work plans, coordinating resources, and maintaining accurate maintenance records.

You’ll work closely with Maintenance Supervisors, Reliability Engineers, Stores, contractors, and external vendors to minimize downtime, ensure compliance, and optimize resources. This computer-based role emphasizes CMMS, SAP, and data-driven planning to enhance reliability, efficiency, and overall plant performance.

Required Education/Experience:

- Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related discipline.

- 3 to 5 years of experience in maintenance planning in a heavy manufacturing environment.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

- Strong communication skills in English (written and spoken).

- Strong analytical thinking, organizational, negotiation, and multitasking skills.

- Ability to read and interpret mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical schematics and plans, including dimensions and tolerances.

- Experience with CMMS systems (MVP preferred); experience with SAP is an asset.

- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Job Responsibilities:

- Plan, prioritize, and schedule preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities to ensure optimal equipment performance and minimal downtime.

- Review and manage work orders in the CMMS (MVP), ensuring accurate planning, resource allocation, and recordkeeping.

- Coordinate manpower, materials, and contractors to execute maintenance tasks safely and efficiently.

- Prepare detailed job packages, including scope, permits, tools, and required PPE.

- Collaborate with Stores for material availability, kitting, and shutdown preparation.

- Support and participate in shutdown planning, resource scheduling, and progress tracking.

- Monitor and report on maintenance performance metrics while ensuring full compliance with HSE standards.

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law.

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Why Hydro?

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you’ll join us in solving the next century’s. Whether you’re working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

A job where you make a difference

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high‑performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

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