JOB SUMMARY:

A well-established food manufacturing company is seeking a Reliability Engineer to optimize equipment performance, reduce downtime, and drive process improvements. This hands-on role is ideal for a mechanically inclined professional who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and has a strong understanding of manufacturing systems and maintenance best practices.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Systems Engineering
• 2–5 years’ experience in a reliability, maintenance, or engineering role (food manufacturing preferred)
• Experience with SAP, JDE, or other CMMS tools is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and strong technical aptitude
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and mechanical systems
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

• Develop and implement detailed machine inspections and PM (Preventative Maintenance) task lists
• Train technicians and operators on inspections, rebuilds, and machine reliability
• Plan rebuilds in coordination with machine runtime and lifecycle
• Create rebuild part lists and set up procedures for calibration and setup
• Lead and support classroom and hands-on training sessions
• Assist with small tasks related to site expansion projects
• Support and lead root cause analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement initiatives
• Attend planning meetings to stay aligned with factory KPIs and production goals
• Execute machine upgrades and part replacements to increase reliability and longevity