Manufacturing Process & Equipment Reliability Engineer

Oats Overnight, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits

Stock options

4 Weeks paid time off

Free oatmeal

Job summary

Oats Overnight, Inc. is seeking a Process & Maintenance Engineer to lead process improvements and reliability initiatives in a fast-paced production environment.

You will evaluate workflows, drive RCA-based fixes, manage ECRs, and partner with cross-functional teams to boost efficiency, quality, and safety across our culinary manufacturing operations. You will champion preventive and predictive maintenance programs, optimize capital projects, and mentor operations staff while ensuring compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years of experience in process and/or maintenance/reliability engineering in a manufacturing environment; food, beverage, or CPG manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of RCA and ECR processes.
• Hands‑on experience with predictive maintenance techniques such as vibration analysis, thermal imaging, and ultrasonic testing.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and solve complex technical problems.
• Experience in project management preferred.
• Proficiency with CMMS and engineering documentation systems; CAD proficiency (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar) a plus.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Someone that can partner and influence at all different levels.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and navigate in a fast moving environment.
• Hands‑on approach — comfortable working in a fast‑paced production environment, on the floor as needed.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and project coordination skills.
• A relentless drive to get things done.
• Flexible, willing, and quick to learn new processes, new technology, and new ways of thinking.
• Proficient with AI tools to support daily productivity and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate current operations and equipment processes, and develop/implement improvements to increase efficiency, reliability, and reduce waste and downtime.
• Optimize manufacturing processes and equipment performance to deliver gains in cost effectiveness, product quality, and operational reliability.
• Lead and facilitate Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations for equipment failures and chronic issues, documenting findings and ensuring follow-through on corrective actions.
• Manage the Engineering Change Request (ECR) process for equipment modifications, upgrades, and process improvements — evaluating feasibility, impact, and compliance, and coordinating cross-functional reviews and approvals.
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Planner and maintenance team to optimize preventive maintenance schedules, and support predictive maintenance efforts (vibration analysis, thermal imaging, ultrasonic testing, and other condition monitoring tools).
• Identify, scope, and execute capital projects — including equipment installations, layout changes, and new technology evaluation — to enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and cost savings.
• Collaborate with production, quality, maintenance, and fulfillment teams to resolve process and equipment challenges and implement improvements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through data-driven analysis and problem solving.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, including SOPs, equipment specs, change records, and maintenance procedures.
• Provide training and mentorship to operations employees on process, equipment, and procedural improvements.
• Partner with Quality and Food Safety teams to ensure compliance with SQF, GMP, and other regulatory and safety standards.
• Ensures and promotes food safety throughout the facility.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

ECR processes

Predictive maintenance

Data analysis

Communication

Project management

CAD tools

CMMS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

CMMS

Job description

Oats Overnight, Inc. is seeking a Process & Maintenance Engineer to lead process improvements and reliability initiatives in a fast-paced production environment.

You will evaluate workflows, drive RCA-based fixes, manage ECRs, and partner with cross-functional teams to boost efficiency, quality, and safety across our culinary manufacturing operations. You will champion preventive and predictive maintenance programs, optimize capital projects, and mentor operations staff while ensuring compliance