Intermediate Maintenance Planner

We are seeking an experienced Intermediate Maintenance Planner to coordinate and optimize preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities supporting our additive manufacturing equipment and facility assets. The ideal candidate brings hands-on maintenance planning experience in a manufacturing environment and can effectively prioritize work, develop schedules, manage resources, and minimize disruptions to production. Success in this role requires strong critical thinking, organization, and communication skills, along with the ability to work independently, take initiative, and thrive in a fast-paced environment where processes are not always well-defined and many planning activities rely on manual systems and collaboration across multiple teams. If you're energized by solving complex equipment challenges, driving continuous improvement, and helping power breakthrough technologies that are transforming aerospace, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you!

This role has an onsite work schedule requiring the person to be in the onsite location 5 days a week, Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.

• Competitive Compensation Package: $65,000 - $85,000 per year. Our employees are the best part of our company. We want you to feel valued, appreciated, and included. Because of this, we make sure your hard work is recognized.
• Paid Leave (US ONLY): Enjoy time away from work with Company paid holidays and a flexible working schedule through our paid time off (PTO) policy.Yep, you read that correctly. We are a Company that values you and makes sure you take time for yourself.
• 401(k): Prepare for a secure retirement with our 401k plan, which includes an employer matching contribution.
• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Plans: We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as company-paid basic life insurance that supports you during your career with us. We believe that taking care of our employees is essential, and these benefits reflect our commitment to your health, security, and peace of mind.
• Global Team: With our state-of-the-art corporate headquarters in Rock Hill, South Carolina, our global team operates across more than 13 countries worldwide. Experience a workplace comprised of talented individuals who are passionate about serving our customers and each other.
• Innovative Culture: Innovation is at the heart of what we do! Since our founding in 1986 by Chuck Hull, the inventor of 3D printing, we have continuously pushed the boundaries of what is possible with additive manufacturing. When you join 3D, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting edge technology in an innovative and collaborative culture!
• Talent Development: At 3D Systems, we invest in talent programs to support employees with opportunities to grow, contribute, develop, and thrive in their careers.
• Connection & Engagement Opportunities: We strive to cultivate an environment where our diverse global workforce can connect and thrive. Our Employee Resource Group program, Employee Recognition program, and 3D Gives Back program, are just a few examples of how you will be empowered to build connections, celebrate wins, and make a meaningful impact.

Maintenance Planning & Scheduling

• Utilize the Fiix CMMS to create, prioritize, schedule, and manage preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance work orders.
• Develop maintenance job plans, including labor estimates, required skill sets, tooling, spare parts, contractor support, safety requirements, and equipment downtime coordination.
• Prepare detailed maintenance work packages containing technical procedures, drawings, equipment manuals, permits, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules with Production and Operations teams to maximize equipment availability while minimizing manufacturing disruption.
• Monitor schedule compliance, adjust priorities based on business needs and equipment criticality, and ensure timely closure and documentation of maintenance activities.
• Coordinate and oversee third-party contractors and OEM service providers to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established requirements.
• Work independently to prioritize multiple maintenance activities, adapt to changing business needs, and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment where processes and systems are continually evolving.

Equipment Reliability & Continuous Improvement

• Support the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of preventive and predictive maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability and asset performance.
• Analyze maintenance history, equipment performance metrics, and failure trends to identify improvement opportunities and optimize maintenance effectiveness.
• Participate in Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA), recommend corrective actions, and support implementation of reliability-focused solutions.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Operations teams to support continuous improvement initiatives that increase uptime, reduce unplanned downtime, and improve asset performance.

Inventory & Maintenance Readiness

• Manage inventories of maintenance spare parts, tooling, consumables, and critical repair components to maintain operational readiness.
• Coordinate procurement activities with Supply Chain and Purchasing teams while ensuring required materials and replacement parts are available prior to scheduled maintenance activities.
• Monitor inventory levels, usage trends, and obsolescence risks while identifying opportunities to improve spare parts availability and inventory effectiveness.

Technical Support & Problem Solving

• Apply mechanical and technical knowledge to evaluate maintenance requests, support repair planning, and assist troubleshooting efforts for equipment failures.
• Interpret technical drawings, equipment manuals, OEM documentation, and maintenance procedures to accurately scope maintenance work.
• Communicate equipment risks, maintenance priorities, and operational impacts to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders while balancing multiple competing priorities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Facilities, Supply Chain, and Maintenance teams to support maintenance planning and execution activities.
• Support facility shutdowns, equipment installations, capital projects, and operational improvement initiatives.
• Promote a culture of safety, 5S, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement consistent with 3D Systems' Core Values.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
• Two years of experience in maintenance planning, industrial maintenance, maintenance supervision, maintenance lead, reliability, or a closely related function within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and the ability to understand industrial equipment operation, maintenance strategies, repair methods, and asset reliability principles.
• Strong understanding of preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance methodologies and best practices.
• Experience planning labor, contractor resources, tooling, spare parts, materials, and equipment downtime requirements.
• Working knowledge of MRO inventory management and maintenance materials planning.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize competing maintenance activities, adapt to changing business demands, and execute effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to work independently, take initiative, and make sound decisions with limited direction while managing multiple priorities and shifting business needs.
• Self-motivated and action-oriented, with the ability to quickly learn new equipment, processes, and technologies while contributing with minimal day-to-day oversight.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build strong cross-functional relationships and effectively coordinate maintenance priorities with Maintenance, Production, Engineering, Facilities, and Supply Chain stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting additive manufacturing, advanced manufacturing, highly automated production equipment, or similarly complex industrial systems.
• Experience within aerospace, medical device, pharmaceutical, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience utilizing CMMS platforms such as Fiix, SAP PM, Maximo, eMaint, or similar systems to support maintenance planning and execution activities.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, mechanical, and automated equipment systems.
• Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 13485, FDA-regulated manufacturing environments, or similar quality management systems.
• Experience supporting Lean Manufacturing, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), or other continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability and operational performance.
• APICS, CMRP, Six Sigma, or other relevant maintenance, manufacturing, reliability, or supply chain certifications.

Applications accepted online through August 14th, 2026

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