Reliability/Project Engineer Maintenance Oshawa, Ontario, Canada See Details

The Martin-Brower Company, L.L.C.; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food distribution sector is seeking a Reliability / Project Engineer to enhance equipment efficiency and manage technical projects. This role involves hands-on work with refrigeration systems and compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in food manufacturing and a strong background in continuous improvement methodologies.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of refrigerated warehouse environments.

Responsibilities

• Identify, manage, and improve equipment run time and preventative maintenance programs.
• Lead the design and installation of projects to meet specifications.
• Analyze equipment reliability using Six Sigma and Kaizen methodologies.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Presentation Skills

Report Writing

Continuous Improvement

Job description

Responsibilities

Position Summary: The primary role of the Reliability / Project Engineer is to identify, manage, and improve equipment run time and preventative maintenance programs. The role also involves hands-on work through the design, installation, and commissioning of projects.

Schedule: Day Shift - Tuesday to Saturday: 6:00am to 2:00pm

Position Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Carry out daily checks on refrigeration equipment and make necessary repairs or adjustments.
• Monitor and adjust equipment to reduce utility costs.
• Conduct regular Gemba Walks to ensure equipment and building safety.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance programs and respond to emergency situations.
• Track building and equipment repairs and monitor performance, including safety programs.
• Analyze equipment reliability to identify recurring issues using Six Sigma and Kaizen methodologies.
• Recommend improvements to programs and equipment to enhance efficiency and meet customer requirements.
• Manage projects from inception to completion to meet project requirements.
• Lead the design and installation of projects to provide solutions that meet specifications, budget, and timelines.
• Manage technical or engineering projects effectively.
• Operate in accordance with WHMIS and other relevant regulations.
• Ensure compliance with Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR), Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), and Good Warehouse Practices (GWP)/Good Drivers Practices (GDP) for transport.
• Perform other projects or duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of refrigerated warehouse environments.
• Preferred experience or background in food manufacturing plants.
• Excellent organizational, communication, presentation, and report-writing skills.
• Proven performance in a continuous improvement environment.

Accessibility

Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Due to operational requirements such as delivery schedules, order inputs, selection, hours of service, overtime, attendance, and punctuality, these are considered essential job functions. If a disability prevents adherence to these requirements, individuals should contact Human Resources to discuss possible accommodations.