Job Overview

Join Komatsu America Corp., a leader in the heavy equipment industry, as a Planner in Elko, NV. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring operational efficiency and safety within our maintenance department. Your responsibilities will include planning and scheduling activities, overseeing service jobs, and coordinating with various stakeholders to optimize service delivery for our customers. Emphasizing a Safety-First culture, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and productive working environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to engage with advanced systems and methodologies, contributing to continuous improvement in quality and service delivery.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Insure a safe working environment by overseeing equipment, machine operations, and housekeeping standards. Enforce all Facility, Department, and Company safety rules and procedures while promoting a comprehensive Safety-First mindset and culture within the team.
• Adhere to guidelines and policies established by Planning and Production Managers, and the Field Manager to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Continuously monitor and audit service jobs to ensure clients receive high-quality services that operate as designed, maintaining optimum dependability and productivity. Understand that quality is an ongoing improvement process that necessitates adaptation and revision of procedures.
• Effectively coordinate and schedule work based on day-to-day tasks, planned outages, and emergency breakdowns initiated by customers, ensuring timely service completion.
• Under general supervision, manage the planning activities for the assigned maintenance department, prioritizing tasks in collaboration with customer needs and labor availability from Komatsu.
• Utilize appropriate systems and worksheets to achieve planning and scheduling objectives, demonstrating proficiency with technology.
• Take responsibility for job planning, scheduling, communication, material preparation, and the overall scope of work development.
• Collaborate with supervisors to initiate jobs, procuring necessary materials required for the successful execution of tasks.
• Plan and coordinate external resources such as accommodation, rentals, and transportation logistics, maintaining daily interactions with vendors.
• Receive and verify materials and parts for service needs as required.
• Monitor job costs meticulously, ensuring adherence to budget and correct allocation of expenses related to each job.
• Generate and analyze cost reports for management review, engaging in discussions with supervisors and managers to drive informed decisions.
• Prepare preliminary invoices and communicate effectively with customers regarding billing.
• Utilize electronic record-keeping systems, such as Teams and SharePoint, to ensure all documents are accurately filed, scanned, and maintained in the appropriate structures.
• Assist in managing special projects as assigned by supervisors and managers, fostering innovation and efficiency throughout the process.
• Handle shared labor projects across ERP systems cohesively, ensuring clarity and coordination as a single unit.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Education and/or experience equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED, along with advanced training or coursework leading to a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, demonstrating a commitment to professional growth.
• Proven ability to gain comprehensive knowledge of site processes, equipment functionalities, and infrastructure systems.
• Expertise in utilizing computer databases to research, maintain, and update essential records and files, showcasing attention to detail.
• Excellent communication capabilities, enabling effective verbal and written interaction with diverse audiences.
• Solid understanding of basic preventive maintenance practices concerning assigned equipment, safeguarding operational readiness.
• Awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions, demonstrating a proactive approach to safety and the ability to recognize potential risks.
• Familiarity with software applications, including SAP, CDK, MS Office, and Gantt Charts, essential for managing planning processes.
• Understanding of machine component layouts to enhance efficiency in task performance and resource allocation.

Additional Information

This role is based at our Komatsu Equipment Company division in Elko, NV. The company values collaboration, innovation, and professional development. We offer a vibrant work culture that fosters growth and recognizes commitment and contributions. You'll have the opportunity to work with diverse teams and engage in exciting projects, enhancing your skills in planning and operations.