Reliability & Process Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all preventive and corrective maintenance efforts to maximize equipment uptime and efficiency
• Manage maintenance teams and external contractors to ensure safe, high-quality execution
• Develop and manage maintenance budgets and cost controls
• Monitor key performance indicators (e.g., downtime, OEE, maintenance costs) and implement improvement initiatives
• Optimize work order systems and maintenance processes to improve visibility and execution
• Oversee spare parts inventory strategy to ensure availability and cost optimization
• Lead capital projects from concept through execution, including scope, vendor selection, and implementation
• Drive initiatives to improve reliability, reduce downtime, and increase operational efficiency
• Support process improvements to reduce scrap, improve productivity, and lower costs
• Oversee plant infrastructure systems including utilities, power generation, water, and compressed air
• Ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operation of facilities and equipment
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory standards
• Lead, coach, and develop maintenance employees, including performance management and training
• Foster collaboration across maintenance, engineering, and production teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline
• 5–7 years of experience in manufacturing, maintenance, or reliability engineering roles
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing processes and industrial equipment
• Prior experience within industrial maintenance environments
• Preferred experience in chemical, ceramics, or similar manufacturing environments
• Background in electrical, automation, or controls systems

Skills & Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and process optimization skills
• Experience with reliability systems and SCADA/MES platforms (e.g., Ignition) preferred
• Project management and CAPEX experience
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement tools
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards package including:

• Competitive base salary and incentive compensation packages
• Annual bonus based on company and individual performance measures
• Health and Wellbeing benefits such as medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental insurance
• LiveWell Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Retirement and protection benefits including 401(k) with Company Match, RAP, and Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Additional benefits like commuter benefits, legal identity theft protection, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and discounts