Plant Maintenance Operations Scheduler

Plant Maintenance Operations Scheduler

Location: Schenectady, NY
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (with occasional call-ins)
Pay: $31.00–$39.50 per hour

Join dsm-firmenich’s Human Nutrition & Health (HNH) Premix operations, where we blend liquids and dry ingredients for dietary supplements and foods. As the Plant Maintenance Operations Scheduler, you orchestrate repairs, coordinate contractors, issue safe work permits, and keep the CMMS humming—so production runs reliably and safely.

A day in the life

You start with the CMMS: reviewing open work orders, setting priorities by equipment criticality, and aligning today’s preventive maintenance with production needs. By mid-morning, you’re issuing safe work permits and job safety analyses, confirming PPE and LSR compliance, and walking the floor to validate work readiness. After lunch, you sync with Production and the Maintenance Supervisor on status, parts availability, and contractor progress—closing the day with meticulous documentation and updates to schedules and inventories.

What you’ll do

• Champion site behavioral programs and performance expectations (training completion, SHE and Quality execution, PPE use, procedure adherence) and handle other tasks assigned by management.
• Direct maintenance technicians and third-party contractors across shifts and projects—ensuring on-time execution and accurate documentation.
• Sequence and schedule work based on urgency and asset criticality to minimize downtime.
• Plan and run preventive maintenance routines to boost uptime and efficiency.
• Develop, create, and review safe work permits and job safety analyses for all maintenance activities.
• Manage spare parts, tools, and consumables inventory to support maintenance operations.
• Partner closely with the Maintenance Supervisor and Production on repairs, PM status, and contractor activities.

Availability

• Must be able to work weekends, overtime, and holidays as maintenance demand requires, including call-ins.
• Annual site shutdown in early July (as needed).

What you bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Management, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years in maintenance coordination, industrial project management, or similar field (education may substitute for experience).
• Demonstrated leadership in fast-paced environments; prior maintenance supervision in manufacturing is a plus.
• Advanced computer literacy: spreadsheets and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint) plus CMMS proficiency.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into practical plant solutions.
• Strong partnership mindset with Production and Maintenance teams to deliver improvements and sustain outcomes.
• Proven planning and scheduling skills.

Technical proficiency

• Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)
• Commercial Electrical Expertise
• Process Engineering
• Mechanical Design & Engineering
• Industrial Electrical Experience

Compensation and rewards

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate. Individual pay is based on job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and primary work location. Hourly $31 – $39.50.

Beyond base pay, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including annual incentive opportunities, retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs, and a wide range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

What we offer

• Paid holidays, 18 days PTO, plus 2 floating holidays.
• Day-one healthcare: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with a generous company match.
• Unique career paths across health, nutrition, and beauty—follow your interests with real support.
• Make an impact at scale—sustainability is built into everything we do.
• Science-led culture with cutting-edge research and creativity—from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers.
• Growth that keeps pace with you—develop expertise and leadership within an industry leader.
• A culture that lifts you up—collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
• A community where your voice matters—it’s essential to serving our customers well.

About dsm-firmenich

We go beyond expectations—uniting science, creativity, and purpose to bring progress to life. Your work will touch millions daily, from fortified foods and alternative proteins to sustainable skincare and mood-enhancing fragrances. With constant learning, supportive teams, and mobility across businesses and borders, your ideas and your voice truly matter here. Real progress happens when we go beyond, together.

**Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

Below is our policy, shared verbatim:

**At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.