Manufacturing Reliability Technician

Tru Vue, Inc.; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer contribution and

Employee Stock Purchase Plan with an

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Program

Training and Career Progression

Job summary

Apogee Enterprises, Inc. in Minnesota seeks a Manufacturing Reliability Technician to improve the reliability, maintainability, and performance of our equipment and facility systems on the 1st shift (Mon-Fri).

You will support proactive maintenance, condition monitoring, RCFA, and continuous improvement to maximize uptime and safety. Responsibilities include maintaining CMMS records, analyzing failure trends, executing predictive methods (vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasound, oil

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance or related field is required or preferred.
• 3+ years of maintenance, reliability, or manufacturing experience.
• Preferred certifications include CMRT/CMRP, Vibration Analysis, Infrared Thermography, Lean or Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Maintain equipment history and reliability data in CMMS.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify emerging reliability issues.
• Perform root cause failure analysis and implement improvements.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs and PM procedures.
• Assist with capital projects, equipment installations, and commissioning.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Reliability engineering

Root cause analysis

Preventive maintenance

Education

Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance or related

Bachelor's degree in related engineering preferred

Tools

CMMS

Lean/Six Sigma tools

Job description

Tru Vue Inc. Work Hours: 1st Shift - Monday-Friday 8-hours/day Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: APOG), was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Apogee is a growing, profitable company with annual revenues approaching $1.5 billion. We provide distinctive metal and glass solutions for enclosing commercial buildings, and glass and acrylic solutions for picture framing and display applications. To learn more visit: www.apog.com

The Apogee Performance Surfaces generates $200M in revenue and EBITDA margins of 20-25%. Our brands in the Performance Surfaces portfolio develop and manufacture high-performance coated materials for a variety of applications, including wall decor, museums, graphic design, architectural interiors, digital display, and industrial flooring markets. We are the global leader in anti-reflective, conservation grade electrostatic dissipative, high-definition, and abrasion resistance coatings, that provide protection, innovative designs, and exceptional durability.

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Reliability Technician is responsible for improving the reliability, maintainability, and performance of manufacturing equipment and facility systems. This position supports proactive maintenance strategies, equipment inspections, condition monitoring, root cause failure analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives to maximize equipment uptime, safety, and production efficiency.

Responsibilities

Reliability & Asset Management

• Maintain equipment history and reliability data within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Monitor equipment performance and identify emerging reliability issues
• Analyze failure trends and provide recommendations to improve asset performance
• Perform reliability inspections on production equipment and facility assets.
• Execute condition-based monitoring activities including vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasound, oil analysis, and other predictive maintenance techniques.
• Analyze failure trends and provide recommendations to improve asset performance.

Maintenance Support

• Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Develop and update maintenance job plans, equipment standards, and work instructions.
• Verify accuracy and effectiveness of PM procedures and recommend improvements.
• Ensure critical spare parts are identified and managed appropriately.
• Assist maintenance technicians during major repairs, troubleshooting, and equipment rebuilds.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA).
• Support Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to implement reliability improvements.
• Identify opportunities to reduce downtime, increase equipment efficiency, and lower maintenance costs.
• Assist with capital projects, equipment installations, and commissioning activities.

Safety & Compliance

• Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and equipment hazard evaluations.
• Follow company safety procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Promote a culture of safety and accountability.

Personal Attributes and Experience

• Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Electromechanical Technology, Mechanical Technology, Reliability Engineering Technology, or related field, bachelor's degree in a related engineering field of study preferred.
• 3+ years of maintenance, reliability, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Preferred Certifications
• CMRT/CMRP Certification
• Vibration Analysis Certification
• Infrared Thermography Certification
• Lean or Six Sigma Certification

Work Environment

This job is primarily performed in an office environment. The noise level in the office is generally moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently interacts with individuals on the plant floor, near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the production environment is usually loud.

Pay Range

• $35.00-40.00/hour

Our Benefits

We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.

• Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)

• Incentive Plans

• 401(k) with employer contribution and match

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match

• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)

• Paid Holidays

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Wellness Program

• Training and Career Progression

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.