Reliability and Quality Engineer

Dyno Nobel Inc.; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & Holidays

Health benefits

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Supportive coworkers

Job summary

Dyno Nobel is seeking a Reliability and Quality Engineer to drive operations reliability and quality improvements using engineering tools. You will support improvement initiatives and ensure participation from all areas of responsibility.

The role focuses on reducing downtime, improving first-pass yield, and applying statistical methods to data-driven decisions. You will lead the implementation of maintenance and process improvements aligned with safety and quality standards at the plant.

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Engineering or related field; equivalent experience.
• Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.
• 2+ years in manufacturing operations.
• 2+ years driving reliability and quality projects.
• Knowledge of materials, failure mechanisms, fabrication and repair processes.
• Familiarity with Safety and Quality Management Systems.
• Proven ability to improve reliability and quality metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead reliability and quality improvements using engineering tools.
• Support improvement initiatives and ensure participation from all areas of responsibility.
• Increase production reliability by driving projects to improve uptime and quality of finished products.
• Find root causes and implement actions addressing mechanical breakdowns and quality concerns.
• Apply statistical tools for data-driven decisions.
• Lead and implement improvements with controls to sustain results.

Skills

Reliability engineering

Quality improvement

Data analysis

Six Sigma Green Belt

Team player

Education

BS Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Brief

Responsible for driving operations reliability and quality improvements using engineering tools. You will support improvement initiatives and ensure participation from all areas of responsibility.

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives - helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.

What You'll Do

As a Reliability and Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for driving operations reliability and quality improvements using engineering tools. You will support improvement initiatives and ensure participation from all areas of responsibility. Other duties include:

• Demonstrate and/or lead the commitment to the pursuit of achieving Zero Harm through behavioral based safety
• Ensure compliance with applicable HSE performance standards, objectives and regulations
• Live and foster the Dyno Nobel Corporate Values
• Increase production reliability by driving projects to improve production uptime and quality of finished products.
• Find new and improved production processes and develop and execute a plan from inception through implementation of the project for improvement.
• Find root cause and develop and implement actions to address root cause of mechanical breakdowns and quality concerns.
• Establish baseline, develop measures/targets, and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Align with the Nobel Way, identify and implement framework and strategy to improve reliability and quality, directly impacting the site costs.
• Use technical know-how for making area preventative maintenance improvements and process improvements. Lead and/or implement these improvements ensuring controls in place for sustaining results.
• Employ hands-on approach to data collection, analysis, recommendations of opportunities, and implementation
• Apply statistical tools for data-driven decisions.
• Introduce innovative ideas and technologies and be a change agent to effectively implement and sustain.

What We’re Looking For

• BS Degree in Engineering or related field or have comparative level of experience desired.
• Six Sigma green belt preferred.
• 2+ years of experience from manufacturing operations, possibly chemical manufacturing.
• 2+ years of experience driving reliability and quality projects
• Technically competent with knowledge of materials, failure mechanisms, fabrication and repair processes and procedures.
• Familiarity with Safety and Quality Management Systems
• Demonstrated ability in optimizing reliability and quality e.g. reducing failure rates, increasing uptime, increasing first pass yield, etc.
• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and team player.

What We Offer

• 3 weeks vacation time + 12 paid holidays + PTO days
• Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
• Up to a 4% 401k match PLUS additional company contribution from 1% to 5% based on years of service
• Generous tuition reimbursement program
• Generous paid parental leave
• Friendly and supportive coworkers

Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere

Value People - Respect, Recognize & Reward

Think Customer. Everyone. Every day

Treat the Business as our Own

Care for the Community & our Environment

Challenge & Improve the Status Quo

Deliver on our Promises

Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Dyno Nobel does not accept unsolicited agency resumes without prior contract agreements for specified role. Agencies should not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Dyno Nobel employees or any other organization location. Dyno Nobel is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.*