15h Left: Consultant, Maintenance Planning And Scheduling

India is among the top ten priority markets for General Mills and hosts our Global Shared Services Centre This is the Global Shared Services arm of General Mills Inc which supports its operations worldwide With over 1 300 employees in Mumbai the center has capabilities in the areas of Supply Chain Finance HR Digital and Technology Sales Capabilities Consumer Insights ITQ R D Quality and Enterprise Business Services Learning and capacity-building is a key ingredient of our success Position Title Consultant Maintenance Planning Scheduling Function Group Supply Chain Engineering Location Mumbai Powai Shift Timing 3 30 PM-12 30 AM Role Reports to Manager M R Engineering Solutions Remote Hybrid in-Office Hybrid About General Mills We make food the world loves 100 brands In 100 countries Across six continents With iconic brands like Cheerios Pillsbury Betty Crocker Nature Valley and Haagen-Dazs we ve been serving up food the world loves for 155 years and counting Each of our brands has a unique story to tell How we make our food is as important as the food we make Our values are baked into our legacy and continue to accelerate us into the future as an innovative force for good General Mills was founded in 1866 when Cadwallader Washburn boldly bought the largest flour mill west of the Mississippi That pioneering spirit lives on today through our leadership team who upholds a vision of relentless innovation while being a force for good For more details check out General Mills India Center GIC is our global capability center in Mumbai that works as an extension of our global organization delivering business value service excellence and growth while standing for good for our planet and people With our team of 1800 professionals we deliver superior value across the areas of Supply chain SC Digital Technology D T Innovation Technology Quality ITQ Consumer and Market Intelligence CMI Sales Strategy Intelligence SSI Global Shared Services GSS Finance Shared Services FSS and Human Resources Shared Services HRSS For more details check out We advocate for advancing equity and inclusion to create more equitable workplaces and a better tomorrow Job Overview Function Overview The GIC Supply Chain team manages end-to-end operations encompassing planning sourcing manufacturing logistics and analytics They strategically plan to meet market demands optimize sourcing ensure efficient production and oversee the seamless movement of goods from production to delivery The team employs advanced analytics throughout these processes fostering adaptability and operational excellence This collaborative approach ensures a well-coordinated supply chain that aligns with both organizational goals and dynamic market conditions For more details about the Function please visit this Purpose of the role The Planner demonstrates strong technical knowledge in maintenance crafts equipment function manufacturing requirements CMMS and project management The Planner contributes to the business objectives of optimizing equipment availability and Maintenance department productivity by ensuring work is performed efficiently and effectively KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 100 of Time Maintenance Planning and Scheduling Leads the planning and scheduling process across a high-volume or technically complex site with multiple production lines or processes Ensures full alignment between Work Order management spare parts strategy and maintenance execution leveraging data-driven decision-making Supports the site s Planning Scheduling function with responsibility for planning KPIs planning compliance and continuous maturity of the MPS process Plans parts tools and labor for all maintenance work order types including human safety food safety corrective maintenance and preventative maintenance PM Collaborates with Line Teams Storeroom Maintenance and Engineering to prioritize and schedule work via Maximo Offline Leads analysis of breakdown history PM effectiveness and maintenance trends to inform updates to the plant s Equipment Care Strategy Coaches technicians on effective CMMS use and maintenance data quality Executes continuous improvement of job plans through actual vs scheduled labor and parts Leads integration of digital tools analytics dashboards and automated reporting into the planning process Identifies labor efficiencies and cost saving opportunities via processes such as job plan sequencing and PM standardization Partners with Purchasing and the Storeroom to ensure spare part information is accurate Collaborate with plant and corporate engineering teams to establish best practices for equipment maintenance MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education - Full time graduation from an accredited university Mandatory- Note This is the minimum education criteria which cannot be altered Minimum Degree Requirements Bachelors Preferred Major Area of Study Bachelor s degree in engineering in any one Mechanical Electrical Industrial Production Electronics Instrumentation Minimum years of related experience required 7 years PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Preferred Degree Requirements Bachelors Preferred Major Area of Study Bachelor s degree in engineering in any one Mechanical Electrical Industrial Production Electronics Telecommunication Instrumentation Preferred Professional Certifications Any relevant Certification in Reliability Preferred years of related experience 7 years Specific Job Experience or Skills Needed Proven expertise in maintenance planning and scheduling In-depth knowledge of CMMS systems preferably Maximo Strong understanding of reliability-centered maintenance RCM preventive and predictive maintenance strategies and asset care Strategy Demonstrated ability to analyze maintenance performance data e g backlog trends PM effectiveness wrench time to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement Experience in leading supporting cross-functional initiatives Skilled in mentoring and capability-building with experience training or coaching junior planners technicians or maintenance leads Effective communicator and influencer with the ability to translate technical planning data into strategic insights for leadership and cross-functional teams Competencies Behaviours required for job Deliver Results Assume personal initiative and accountability for results performance and behaviors Be comfortable with ambiguity Engage in cross functional collaboration to identify innovative solutions and optimization Connect the Best Together Negotiate solutions between stakeholders and effectively communicate with various levels and functions through-out the organization Clearly articulate views in written and verbal discussions Integrity and Candor Engenders Trust at all levels and demonstrates unquestionable integrity Additional Information This position reports to the Engineering Management with the Supply Chain Division Hours of operation are 3 30 PM to 12 30 AM IST Monday to Friday with the ability to flex hours as the job demands In performing these accountabilities the incumbent must develop and maintain an effective working relationship with Organizations employees at all levels across the company locations The Job may involve travel to worldwide plants on short term basis depending on business requirements COMPANY OVERVIEW We exist to make food the world loves But we do more than that Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good a place to expand learning explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities every day We look for people who want to bring their best bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one other and grow together Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what s next