Regional Predictive Reliability Tech Level III

Shaw Industries Group, Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Industries Group is seeking a Regional Predictive Reliability Technician Level III to lead predictive maintenance across multiple extrusion plants. You will collaborate with Level I & II technicians and Reliability teams to develop PdM strategies, analyze data from vibration, infrared and ultrasound tools, and drive improvements in equipment reliability.

You will travel up to 10% to Shaw plants in the region, mentor junior technicians, and participate in ISO-certified training to advance

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 months vibration analysis experience.
• Ability to obtain ISO Category III vibration analyst certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead predictive maintenance programs at Shaw extrusion plants.
• Travel up to 10% to specified locations.
• Utilize vibration, infrared, ultrasound data collection and reporting.
• Create, optimise and maintain PdM strategies for new and existing processes.
• Mentor Level I & II PdM technicians.
• Train for ISO vibration analyst certification and ensure testing standards.
• Set up alarm levels in vibration software and manage PdM databases.
• Collaborate with Reliability teams to address findings with management.

Skills

Collaborate

Solve problems

Build customer satisfaction

Demonstrate inclusive leadership

Continuous improvement

Education

ISO Category III vibration analyst certification

High School diploma / GED

5–10 years industrial predictive maintenance experience

Tools

Vibration analysis tools

Infrared equipment

Ultrasound measurement devices

Motor testing equipment

Lubricant analysis equipment

Job description

Job Title Regional Predictive Reliability Tech Level III Position Overview

Shaw Industries, Inc. is hiring a Regional Predictive Reliability Tech Level III. This position collaborates with Level I & II Predictive Reliability Technicians, Predictive Reliability Supervisor and Plant Reliability Teams to lead predictive maintenance programs at Shaw extrusion manufacturing plants.

Responsibilities

• Perform essential duties at Shaw plants that are part of the Residential Manufacturing Division; Plants 22 (Thomson, GA), 78 (Aiken, SC), 65(Andalusia, AL), WM (Dalton, GA) and 8S (Columbia, SC).
• Must be able to travel to the specified locations when needed, up to 10% unless business requires.
• Effectively utilise a variety of software packages and instruments for data collection, analysis and reporting of vibration, ultrasound, precision alignment, infrared, motor testing and lubricant analysis data.
• Create, optimise and maintain PdM (predictive maintenance) strategies on new and existing processes.
• Advise the best response to PdM findings based on failure timeline, equipment criticality and cost of unplanned failure.
• Attend off‑site certification and training courses on theory and application of PdM technology and how to analyse the data.
• Training curriculum and providers must be ISO recognised, or equivalent training will be approved or provided by the Corporate Reliability Group.
• Document findings, build and maintain routes, develop baselines, trend data, interpret results, create and generate corrective work orders.
• Perform FFT (spectrum) and time‑wave analysis for both vibration and ultrasound data.
• Perform vibration phase analysis and interpret data.
• Conduct acceptance testing on newly installed or repaired equipment and identify critical frequencies in variable speed applications.
• Set up custom alarm levels to monitor fault conditions in vibration software using the Technical Associates "Proven Method".
• Embrace ownership and responsibility of plant PdM databases for all route‑based and continuous monitoring programmes.
• Demonstrate precision lubrication techniques by leveraging PdM technologies.
• Test for specific fault diagnosis by performing run-up / coast-down, bump tests and phase analysis.
• Demonstrate the ability to visually identify electrical components as they relate to infrared scan reporting.
• Train and mentor Level I & II PdM technicians.
• Subject‑matter expert (SME) on precision alignment of direct‑coupled shafts and belts/sheaves; utilizing precision alignment tools.
• Maintain the integrity and security of sensitive and technical tools.
• Communicate effectively with management to adequately address findings in a timely manner.
• Share notable case studies and findings with the Shaw PdM network.
• Help create efficient PdM workflow schedules to meet timelines and maintain programme productivity through utilisation of the SHARP work order system.
• Maintain compliance with scheduled completion timeframes for equipment monitoring.
• Perform any other duties specified by the Predictive Reliability Supervisor.
• Assist in root‑cause analysis on critical equipment failures.

Education and Experience

5-10 years' experience working with industrial systems in predictive maintenance, mechanical and/or electrical assignments.

High school education, GED or its equivalent.

Able to meet minimum requirements for certification as ISO Category III vibration analyst, and obtain a score of 70% or greater on the certification test.

Minimum of 18-months vibration analysis experience.

Possess and utilizes working knowledge of vibration, infrared, ultrasound, lubricant testing, electric motor testing equipment and analysis.

Possess the ability to recommend the correct response to vibration, infrared, ultrasound, electric motor and lubricant analysis data with proven results.

Required Competencies

• Collaborate
• Solve problems
• Build customer satisfaction
• Demonstrate inclusive leadership
• Continuous improvement

Work Shift

Office geographic location is flexible to Shaw Extrusion Plants in region with the flexibility of limited remote work.

Work Shift 8 Hr non‑rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM.

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

A history of success, a future of possibility.

Founded in 1967, Shaw Industries' leadership has been built on a history of success.

Over time, our products have expanded, the customers we serve have been broadened, and the technology we use has advanced, but our vision to create a better future remains the same.

Exceeding our customers' expectations for quality, service and performance is at the heart of our business.

Global Flooring Provider Shaw Industries Group Inc. supplies carpet, resilient, hardwood, tile and stone, synthetic turf and other specialty products to residential and commercial markets worldwide.

Learn more.

Operational Excellence

Our manufacturing operations and integrated supply chain deliver a broad array of products to meet diverse needs across residential and commercial markets throughout the world.

Learn more.

Award Winning

The success of our company and the success of our associates go hand-in-hand. We are consistently awarded as an employer of choice, community partner, and leader in design and innovation.

Learn more.

We Sustain Human Ability

At Shaw, sustainability means sustaining human ability in all of our products and processes. We ask ourselves "how can we minimize our impact on the environment and maximize human potential?"

Learn More.

Community Partner

From civic involvement and philanthropic giving to volunteerism and future workforce development, our company and associates leverage our combined passions and expertise in addressing community needs, collaboratively.

Learn More.

In The News

There is always something new and exciting happening at Shaw. Check out our news page to read our recent press releases, company blog posts, sustainability reports and more!

Learn More.