PPM & Materials Coordinator

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.   Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. About you and this role Dow has an exciting opportunity as a PPM & Materials Coordinator . This role is located in Hayward (CA, USA).   In this role you will manage the creation, modification, and optimization of the plant PPM program. You will provide input into the overall plant Predictive Preventive Maintenance strategy.  You will oversee ongoing compliance with GMISS inspections and repairs. You will also act as a focal point for acquisition, scheduling and distribution of materials, supplies and service requisitions for maintenance materials. You are required to possess broadened technical skills in analytical/scientific methods or operational processes to perform a defined array of activities. Responsibilities Gathers appropriate PPM information for maintenance to be performed on existing or new equipment. Performs quality control check on all PPM creations, equipment technical data and Maintenance Repair and Operating (MRO) creations including adds, changes and deletions. Manages all equipment Bill of Material (BOM)-parts lists. Ensures that scheduled services are entered into SAP based upon the equipment reliability strategy or reviews of new equipment that is being installed. Assists during root cause investigations where PPM practices have been identified as a potential cause. Tracks PPM completion of task compliance and advises Plant leadership and reliability staff of any issues impacting the effectiveness of the PPM program. Serves as a master data administrator interface, as needed. Supports the requirement that all Planned PPM job packages have a procedure or be on the Procedure Exemption list before the PPM job package is released for system usage. Ensures ongoing compliance with GMISS inspections and repairs.  Enters materials, tools, equipment requests via Procurement System or Pro-card and confirms delivery date. Communicates to the focal point with status updates on orders including any issues such as delayed delivery. Communicates any potential changes in material specifications between supplier and requestor and initiates system updates, as appropriate. Coordinates the disposition of all surplus material. Coordinates the repair and/or return of materials, tools and equipment obtained on a value-added work order. Monitors/tracks materials, tools and equipment orders upon receipt. Prepares requisitions for off-site resources and for outside of maintenance, as needed. Arranges materials, tools and equipment in a manner, that it can be identified and picked up according to job needs. Gathers information and inputs into the appropriate maintenance measures/key performance indicators (KPI). Uses metrics to measure materials coordination tasks and develops action to improve the process. Communicates vendor performance to procurement services. Works closely with procurement, coding, planning, scheduling and work coordination to provide seamless execution of the Global Management Work Process (GMWP). Qualifications Associates Degree or 3 years or more of military training/experience  A minimum of 1 year of experience in a preventive maintenance or material coordination role.  Current, valid US driver’s license. A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States.  No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process. Preferred Qualifications Ability to work on Microsoft applications, such as Word and Excel, and have the ability to learn new systems quickly. Strong proficiency in SAP Physical Demands Willing and able to meet physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations: Wear safety equipment, such as earplugs, goggles, and steel-toed shoes. Wear and use respirators/PAPR. Perform occasional bending, reaching, and lifting. Work in tight or closed-in spaces. Climb stairs/ladders and work high off the ground. Must be able to wear and use personal protective equipment (PPE) Stand or walk for extended periods of time.   Lift a maximum of 50 lbs. Your skills Materials Management: Proficient in material management, including inventory control, material planning, stock optimization, and coordination of material movement to support operational efficiency. Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication Preventive Maintenance: Experienced in preventive maintenance activities, including equipment inspections, maintenance planning, troubleshooting, and execution of maintenance programs to ensure asset reliability and operational efficiency. CMMS: Computerised Maintenance management system Detail oriented: Demonstrates strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in documentation, data analysis, process execution, and compliance with operational standards and procedures. Organization: Demonstrates strong organizational skills, effectively managing multiple priorities, coordinating tasks, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring timely completion of assignments in a fast-paced environment. Additional note Dow does not offer relocation if the position is offered to someone who lives outside the area or reimbursement for travel to and from interviews. If you consider a position that is not within