Reliability Engineer

Hirebridge; Iowa, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Quikrete Materials is seeking a Reliability Engineer to improve equipment condition, reliability, and life expectancy through advanced reliability tools and preventive maintenance in cement manufacturing. You will coordinate the Inspection Program, oversee vibration, oil analyses, and other detection activities, and develop lubrication strategies to maximize plant reliability.

Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering; 2+ years in cement maintenance; strong communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering required.
• Minimum 2 years of maintenance experience in cement manufacturing or related industry.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team and drive continuous improvement.
• Willingness to participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation.
• Strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Inspection Program.
• Administer preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
• Coordinate vibration, oil analyses, non-destructive testing, infrared, and other detection activities.
• Conduct reliability studies and propose cost-effective improvements.
• Lead lubrication strategy improvements to maximize equipment life.
• Support on-call coverage evenings and weekends.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

On-call readiness

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Why Join Our Team?

At Quikrete Materials, we foster a positive and collaborative work environment where teamwork and cooperation are at the forefront. The Reliability Engineer position plays a key role in improving equipment condition, reliability, and life expectancy through advanced reliability tools and predictive/preventative maintenance techniques.

What We Offer:

• Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of achieving your professional goals without compromising your personal life.
• Career Growth: Join an industry leader renowned for world-class design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution. This is an opportunity to propel your career forward.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a comprehensive benefits package with customizable options that meet your needs and those of your family.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Inspection Program.
• Administer the Preventative and Predictive Maintenance program, including inspection checklist quality and frequency.
• Coordinate vibration, oil, non-destructive, ultrasonic, infrared, and other advanced detection activities.
• Conduct special equipment inspections on mill liners, symetros, drives, and the clinker cooler, including critical welds using dye penetrant and magnetic particle techniques.
• Oversee vibration analysis and oil management programs, including timely analysis, sampling, and lubrication.
• Develop reliable and cost-effective lubrication strategies aimed at maximizing equipment life and reliability.
• Ensure environmentally friendly use, reuse, and disposal of lubrication materials.
• Analyze maintenance reports to proactively plan repairs, maximize reliability, and minimize costs.
• Partner with Maintenance and Operations to prioritize inspections and repairs and identify process-impacting equipment issues.
• Maintain equipment history records supporting work orders, preventative/predictive maintenance, and environmental compliance.
• Conduct reliability studies, reduce maintenance costs, recommend modifications/replacements, and design out problems on major projects.
• Provide relief coverage for other members of the maintenance department as needed.
• Participate in the on-call rotation to cover mechanical problems occurring evenings and weekends.
• Lead implementation of maintenance tools, systems, and organizational improvements.
• Develop and maintain plant maintenance standards and identify potential issues.
• Lead research and application of reliability fundamentals.
• Work with vendors and consultants on maintenance system proposals.
• Champion total quality and total reliability.
• Ensure vendors provide required insurance certification before supervised work.

About You

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering required.
• At least 2 years of maintenance experience in cement manufacturing or a related industry.
• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and through presentations.
• Ability to work as part of a team to ensure continuous improvement in the functional area and overall plant operations.
• Must be able to meet on-call responsibilities in a 24/7 operation.
• Strong leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of reliability engineering experience.
• 3+ years of preventative maintenance experience with vibration analysis and/or lubrication analysis; certification is a plus.
• Cement industry maintenance experience.