Full-Time

Maintenance Planner & Parts Room Specialist

Updated on 8/19/2026

Hood

Hood

1-10 employees

Produces fresh dairy products since 1846

Compensation Overview

$76.9k - $90.2k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

Oneida, NY, USA

In Person

Associate's

Category
Operations & Logistics (2)
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Required Skills
Microsoft Office
GMP
Computer Networking
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides

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Requirements
  • An associate degree with at least 3 to 5+ years of experience in manufacturing and purchasing is preferred.
  • At least 5 years of experience with materials requirements planning procurement, inventory control, and vendor selection criteria.
  • Experience working with outside vendors and contractors to direct their focus and attention to purchasing needs.
  • Experience working as a maintenance planner-scheduler.
  • Ability to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Organization and strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Computer skills demonstrating proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and a computerized maintenance management system.
  • Willingness to learn and use a computerized maintenance management system for work-order tracking, time-management software for manpower-hour tracking, continuous-improvement methodology, one-point lessons, standard operating procedures, and 5S methods.
  • Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Suite, AB Suite, and networking capabilities.
  • Ability to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and independently take appropriate preventive action to prevent component failures or equipment downtime.
  • Ability to work in an environment with moderate to high noise volume.
  • Willingness to work flexible shifts, including daylight and off-shifts, weekends, and holidays.
  • Ability to work in a team environment and in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to directly support preventive actions and related documentation for a 24/7 plant operation.
Responsibilities
  • Manage work orders, work requests, and the preventive-maintenance module, updating them when required.
  • Work with the maintenance team to schedule and assign planned work orders.
  • Prepare weekly reports of all work performed and download them into MP2, the computerized maintenance management system.
  • Ensure documents for completed work orders are filed properly and as required.
  • Schedule planned contractor work related to facility and plant equipment.
  • Assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes and procedures using a continuous-improvement mindset.
  • Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory and communicate purchasing needs to the Purchase and Parts Department to ensure necessary rebuild items are available for preventive actions.
  • Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, mechanical and electrical schematics, service manuals, and work orders to plan and schedule required services.
  • Create and generate preventive-maintenance actions in alignment with department managers and supervisors.
  • Maintain and update the MP2 program, including entering new equipment and locations.
  • Maintain and update the MP2 program, including creating new accounts and facility members.
  • Handle food safety, prerequisite programs, and food quality responsibilities related to the designated area.
  • Report food-safety and food-quality issues to management immediately.
  • Prepare requests for proposals for spare parts, replenishment orders, and supplies.
  • Develop supplier scoring and bid lists to obtain competitive pricing and quotes.
  • Use enterprise resource planning systems for procurement and inventory control.
  • Support production needs and provide off-hours assistance for emergencies requiring rush orders.
  • Communicate with maintenance leadership about conditions that prevent manufacturing products and help establish standards.
  • Follow good manufacturing practices and report food-safety and food-quality issues to management immediately.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary work area.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • An associate degree with at least 3 to 5+ years of experience in manufacturing and purchasing.
  • Ability to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Hood makes dairy products such as milk, cream, butter, and other dairy goods. The products come from dairy farms and are processed through pasteurization to kill bacteria and homogenization to ensure a consistent fat distribution, then packaged for freshness and easy use. Hood differentiates itself through a long-standing history starting in 1846, a focus on high-quality dairy and consistent taste, and a simple promise of reliable, fresh dairy that families can trust. The company’s goal is to provide fresh, high-quality dairy that tastes great and meets everyday family needs.

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Lynnfield, Massachusetts

Founded

1846

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What believers are saying

  • Winchester’s $83.5 million upgrade boosts capacity and customer demand through 2025.
  • Batavia’s 48-job expansion and 2025 silo project deepen Hood’s New York footprint.
  • June-July 2026 hiring posts and USDA board placement show ongoing operational momentum.

What critics are saying

  • Barre closes by April 2026, cutting 50 jobs and shrinking Northeast fluid-milk capacity.
  • Genesee County’s 2025 Batavia expansion ties returns to execution after $120 million spending.
  • DFA’s St. Albans shutdown signals brutal consolidation; Hood’s Vermont retreat weakens supplier confidence.

What makes Hood unique

  • HP Hood runs 13 U.S. plants and 175-year-old dairy brands like Hood and Heluva Good!.
  • Batavia and Winchester anchor scale in extended-shelf-life milk and nondairy production.
  • Its New England Creamery relaunch keeps regional brand loyalty and premium ice cream shelf space.

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Health Insurance

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Vision Insurance

Wellness Program

Employee Discounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Company News

The Coconut Mama
Oct 16th, 2025
Vermont abruptly loses another factory as dairy industry rapidly spirals

Vermont abruptly loses another factory as dairy industry rapidly spirals. The dairy industry has had a rough 2025...and unfortunately, the impacts are being felt locally across Vermont. It's no wonder that yet another Vermont dairy factory is throwing in the towel. More specifically, Vermont is losing a long-standing piece of its dairy heritage as a major milk bottling facility prepares to shut down, leaving dozens of workers without jobs and ending nearly eight decades of operation. HP Hood has confirmed it will close the Booth Brothers dairy plant in Barre, a move that will eliminate around 50 positions when production winds down in the coming months ths. The facility has been a staple of Vermont's milk industry for decades, bottling and distributing dairy products across New England. The shutdown reflects growing pressure across the region's dairy and food-processing sectors. Rising energy costs, packaging expenses, and shifting trade dynamics have made it increasingly difficult for mid-sized processors to stay competitive. Many companies are consolidating production into fewer plants to control costs and adjust to uneven demand. For Barre, the loss runs deep. The Booth Brothers plant has been a consistent employer and economic anchor for the area. Its closure means more than just the loss of fifty paychecks - it affects local haulers, maintenance contractors, and suppliers tied to the plant's daily operations. Vermont has seen similar challenges throughout its agricultural economy. Dairy farmers have struggled with volatile milk prices, higher feed costs, and changing market structures. The closure of one of the state's remaining bottling operations underscores how fragile the supply chain has become from farm to shelf. Unfortunately, the bottom line here is another Vermont dairy plant gone - and fifty livelihoods lost as the state's once-steady milk industry continues to feel the squeeze of rising costs and global market shifts. Coconut flour ebook. Learn the basics of baking grain free with my free ebook!

VTDigger
Sep 25th, 2025
Hood plans to close dairy plant in Barre

Hood plans to close dairy plant in Barre.

Virginia Region 8
Feb 28th, 2025
Shenandoah Valley Big Deal: Dairy producer again expands in Frederick County

Dairy company HP Hood has nearly completed the $83.5 million expansion and upgrade of its Frederick County plant, which will allow it to increase production and meet future customer demand.

Intelligence360 News
Apr 10th, 2024
Hp Hood To Spend $120 Million To Expand In Batavia New York Creating 48 New Jobs.

HP Hood to spend $120 Million to expand in Batavia New York creating 48 new jobs. HP Hood to spend $120 Million to expand in Batavia New York creating 48 new jobs.Batavia, New York — According to state and local development sources, HP Hood plans to invest $120,000,000.00 to build out 32,500 square feet of new space in Batavia. The company is creating 48 new jobs at this facility. The company plans to occupy the new space at 5140 N Ag Park Dr in Batavia, on or about October 1, 2025. According to the company website For more than 175 years, the name Hood has been synonymous with fresh, quality dairy products that taste great. Founded in 1846 in Charlestown, Massachusetts, Hood is now one of the largest dairy processors in the country with 13 manufacturing plants across the United States

National Media Services, Inc.
Apr 9th, 2024
HP Hood LLC Embarks on Major Expansion in Frederick County with $83.5 Million Investment

In a significant development for Virginia's dairy industry, Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced that HP Hood LLC will invest over $83.5 million to enhance its dairy processing facilities in Frederick County.