Reliability Engineer

CERTAINTEED SAINT-GOBAIN; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 82,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Group Legal

Commuter benefits

Pet insurance

Job summary

CertainTeed Saint-Gobain in the United States is seeking an engineer to bolster plant operations, focusing on planning, scheduling, and process improvements. You will coordinate tasks, analyze data, and implement cost-saving solutions in collaboration with engineers and maintenance staff.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 2+ years of manufacturing experience, with Six Sigma knowledge considered a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
• 2+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• Experience with root-cause analysis and problem solving is a plus.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma principles and tools is beneficial.
• Strong planning, scheduling and cost-control capabilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and improve operations, efficiency, and safety.
• Analyze data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop or modify equipment/processes to improve quality and capacity.
• Perform calculations and cost estimates of mechanical systems.
• Plan project work through team coordination and scheduling.
• Collaborate with operations, engineers and maintenance to resolve issues and meet goals.
• Update documentation of specifications, drawings, and safety procedures.
• Apply Six Sigma tools to improve quality and reduce defects.
• Contribute to incident investigations to identify root causes and corrective actions.

Skills

Planning

Scheduling

Organizing

Follow-up

Cost control

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

2D AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Role

This position will help bolster plant operations relative to engineering needs. The incumbent will receive instructions on task specifications and design constraints, as well as technical direction during assignments. They will be responsible for planning the details, sequence, and priority of tasks to meet established time targets of which progress and results will be periodically reviewed. Long term, mid-term and daily planning are a key aspect of the position responsibilities. Projects are typically significant assignments of broader programs involving existing products or processes. Projects may involve annual objectives and a team effort. This person may provide technical direction to non-exempt personnel or line supervisors and operators but does not have regular supervisory responsibility. The position requires technical skills and knowledge of the process as well as strong capabilities in areas of planning, scheduling, organizing, follow up and cost control.

• Troubleshoot and make improvements of operations, efficiency, and safety


• Analyze data to identify and prioritize opportunities for improvement


• Develop new or modify existing equipment, machines, or processes to improve product quality, service reliability, reduce costs or increase capacity


• Perform calculations and cost estimates of mechanical systems


• Plan project work through team coordination meeting and scheduling


• Consult with manufacturing operations, engineers and maintenance personnel on projects, problems, and techniques to resolve critical situations expeditiously and achieve production goals


• Update and maintain current documentation of specifications, drawings, and safety procedures


• Knowledgeable in the effective use of Six Sigma principles, tools, and methods


• Define the problems of requesting department and translate them into engineering solutions through innovation and advanced engineering approaches to respond in and efficient and timely manner to production meds and requirements


• Apply WCM tools to projects and processes to improve quality, reduce defects and thereby improving costs


• Report all EH&S incidents - Injuries/Recordables, Near Misses, First Aid, Environmental and Property/Equipment Damage


• Ensure adherence to Waste Management and Recycling responsibilitie


• Participate in Incident & Near Miss Investigations to determine root cause and corrective actions

WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

The Role

This position will help bolster plant operations relative to engineering needs. The incumbent will receive instructions on task specifications and design constraints, as well as technical direction during assignments. They will be responsible for planning the details, sequence, and priority of tasks to meet established time targets of which progress and results will be periodically reviewed. Long term, mid-term and daily planning are a key aspect of the position responsibilities. Projects are typically significant assignments of broader programs involving existing products or processes. Projects may involve annual objectives and a team effort. This person may provide technical direction to non-exempt personnel or line supervisors and operators but does not have regular supervisory responsibility. The position requires technical skills and knowledge of the process as well as strong capabilities in areas of planning, scheduling, organizing, follow up and cost control.

• Troubleshoot and make improvements of operations, efficiency, and safety


• Analyze data to identify and prioritize opportunities for improvement


• Develop new or modify existing equipment, machines, or processes to improve product quality, service reliability, reduce costs or increase capacity


• Perform calculations and cost estimates of mechanical systems


• Plan project work through team coordination meeting and scheduling


• Consult with manufacturing operations, engineers and maintenance personnel on projects, problems, and techniques to resolve critical situations expeditiously and achieve production goals


• Update and maintain current documentation of specifications, drawings, and safety procedures


• Knowledgeable in the effective use of Six Sigma principles, tools, and methods


• Define the problems of requesting department and translate them into engineering solutions through innovation and advanced engineering approaches to respond in and efficient and timely manner to production meds and requirements


• Apply WCM tools to projects and processes to improve quality, reduce defects and thereby improving costs


• Report all EH&S incidents - Injuries/Recordables, Near Misses, First Aid, Environmental and Property/Equipment Damage


• Ensure adherence to Waste Management and Recycling responsibilitie


• Participate in Incident & Near Miss Investigations to determine root cause and corrective actions

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, required


• 2+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing setting, preferred


• Experience with identifying root cause and failure analysis


• Ability to develop and implement improvement projects towards improve process and or equipment


• Proven ability in problem analysis and resolution


• Must have good \"interpersonal skills\" to work effectively with personnel throughout all levels of the organization


• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written


• Advanced computer skills with emphasis in Microsoft Office Programs


• Six Sigma experience and working knowledge is a plus


• Experience with 2D AutoCAD

TO MAKE SURE NOTHING IS FORGOTTEN

Certain states require pay information to be provided in job postings. The national pay range for this position is $81,500-$126,500 per year; however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 10% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The total target cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position is $89,650 to $139,150.

Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ well-being and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best needs their individual needs.

Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision and Dental Insurance


• Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options


• LiveWell Wellness Program


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan


• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability


• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want

• Commuter Benefits


• Group Legal


• Identity Theft Protection


• Auto and Home Insurance


• Pet Insurance and Discounts


• Back-up Child & Elder Care


• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program

A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US

Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan \"Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed,\" inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, fence, decking, railing, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings.

A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world's largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com

LEGAL STATEMENT

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans. Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [e-mail].