Reliability Engineer

Silver King Beverage Company•Salt Lake City, UT

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment and processes with the primary focus on analyzing equipment performance, identifying potential failures, and implementing proactive maintenance strategies to reduce downtime, improve productivity, and extend equipment life. Requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, including engineering, maintenance, operations, and quality, to achieve optimal equipment reliability and production efficiency.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
3-5 years of experience in reliability engineering, maintenance engineering, or a similar role in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to work effectively in a Microsoft Windows environment (Word, Excel, Outlook, and internal software programs), with advanced presentation skills and the ability to create and maintain spreadsheets, input, retrieve, and organize information.
Proficient in Project Management.
Strong understanding of reliability principles, maintenance strategies (preventive, predictive, and condition-based), and root cause analysis (RCA).
Familiarity with FMEA, Six Sigma, and Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
Proficiency in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) software.
Solid knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, including motors, gearboxes, conveyors, and pneumatic systems.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Detail-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Reliability engineering certification is a plus (e.g., Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional - CMRP).
Previous experience in can making, metal forming, or packaging industry preferred.

Responsibilities

Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Develop and implement preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance strategies to minimize downtime and enhance reliability.
Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for equipment failures and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Collaborate with the maintenance team to optimize schedules, reduce unplanned breakdowns, and improve overall maintenance efficiency.
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), Mean Time to Repair (MTTR), and equipment uptime.
Support maintenance planning by identifying critical spare parts and optimizing inventory levels.
Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to identify and implement process improvements that boost equipment performance and production efficiency.
Lead initiatives to reduce waste, improve equipment utilization, and extend asset life.
Conduct Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) on critical assets to identify potential failure modes and prioritize actions to mitigate risks.
Implement long-term solutions to prevent recurring equipment issues and improve system reliability.
Collect, analyze, and interpret equipment performance data to identify failure patterns and areas for improvement.
Generate and present reports on reliability metrics, equipment performance, and maintenance effectiveness to stakeholders.
Work closely with cross-functional teams (engineering, operations, and quality) to ensure reliable and efficient production processes.
Provide technical support and training to maintenance teams on best practices for equipment maintenance and reliability.
Ensure all maintenance and reliability activities comply with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
Participate in safety audits and contribute to the development of safety procedures for equipment use and maintenance.
Responsible and required to notify management about actual or potential food safety issues; and empowered to act to resolve food safety issues within their scope of work.