I&E Planner

Responsibilities

ABOUT EASTMAN CHEMICAL COMPANY
Eastman is a global advanced materials and specialty additives company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With a portfolio of specialty businesses, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. Its market-driven approaches take advantage of world-class technology platforms and leading positions in attractive end-markets such as transportation, building and construction and consumables. Eastman focuses on creating consistent, superior value for all stakeholders. The company is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA and employs approximately 14,500 people around the world. For more information, visit www.eastman.com.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The I&E Planner position an Eastman full time employee at the Pace, Florida facility.  This position manages, implements, and controls the overall maintenance I&E planning process from conception to completion for daily planning and occasional support on turnaround planning.  The list of job responsibilities provided below is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary to support business needs:
Responsible for planning, estimating, scheduling, and coordination functions for routine maintenance work, special orders, turnarounds, and other maintenance jobs
Perform detailed planning which includes scope development, job step-outs, identification of support resources, and manpower estimates.  Job plans must include development of safety related plans such as special personal protective equipment requirements, fall hazard plans, confined space planning, etc., and will be completed with quality assurance documents and parts on hand staged in the kitting area
Prepares estimates for planned work utilizing historical data and professional judgement
Prepares budgets, monitors job progress, and cash flow spend on Special Order Requisitions, major maintenance jobs, and turnarounds
Ensure SOR approvals are initiated prior to job execution where it is known that the jobs will exceed the SOR amount based on estimates
Provide coordination of turnaround activities during the maintenance window
Utilizes software packages (SAP, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Primavera) and computers to:
Access procedures and other information
Access and complete required training
Input and retrieve data
Perform basic math skills including working with fractions, decimals, and currency
Work in a self-directed work environment
Understand and follow written and verbal instructions, procedures, and documented work processes
Follow all safety, environmental, and company rules and policies
Be available for overtime or alternate schedules and work rotating shift as required
Perform other related duties as designated by supervision and as described in department SOPs related to Planning and Scheduling
 

Qualifications

INTERPERSONAL REQUIREMENTS
The Maintenance I&E Planner must possess the following interpersonal characteristics:
Good Judgement
Dependability
Initiative (makes good use of time/resources)
Calm During Emergencies
Team Player in a Diverse Work Group
QUALIFICATIONS
The Maintenance I&E Planner must possess the following qualifications:
High school diploma or General Education Degree required; an associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field and/or a minimum of six years refining, manufacturing, or petrochemical experience in maintenance is a plus. Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States of America
Must have a valid motor vehicle Driver’s License
Strong preference for a minimum of five years of directly related planning and/or scheduling experience in maintenance, capital projects, or turnarounds
Strong preference for experience in refining, manufacturing, or petrochemical environment in maintenance or construction crafts, coordinating execution work groups, project controls, and/or quality control
DESIRABLE SKILLS / QUALITIES
It is desired that the Maintenance I&E Planner possess the following skills/qualities:
Background in Industrial Instrumentation and Electrical work.
Proficient in SAP, Excel, and Access
Technical expertise from formal training and/or work experience in the following areas:
Industrial Maintenance
Construction Crafts
Workface Planning Skills (Development of Step-Out Plans for Industrial Maintenance Tasks)
Coordinating and Scheduling of Execution Work Groups
Quality Assurance and Quality Control Planning
Broad experience with maintenance or construction in a refining, manufacturing, or petrochemical facility
Knowledge of job estimating and productivity evaluation methods for maintenance and construction crafts
Technical knowledge in work at heights
Understanding of critical path scheduling and experience utilizing Primavera or similar scheduling tools
Knowledge or process industry related to safety and environmental policies and programs
Demonstrated commitment to the Behavior Based Safety process
Working knowledge of Primavera P6; Certified P6 basic training module and advanced training module preferred
Strong analytical, verbal, and written communications skills
Ability to multitask – multiple projects in different phases of planning/execution
Ability to communicate clearly and tactfully with a broad range of people
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills working in team environment
Ability to plan-ahead and handle many details
Self-motivated, proactive, creative, results oriented
Detail oriented and demonstrated ability to consistently meet deadlines
Experience working with engineering and procurement contractors
Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.  Eastman is committed to creating a powerfully diverse workforce and a broadly inclusive workplace, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.