Reliability Engineer

Appvion; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

On-site fitness center

401(k) match

Annual bonus program

Paid time off

Job summary

Appvion seeks a Reliability Engineer to improve equipment performance and reliability in Appleton manufacturing operations. This hands-on role partners with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, craftspeople, and machine operators to identify reliability opportunities, lead improvement initiatives, and support preventative and predictive maintenance programs.

The position requires a BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years in reliability/maintenance engineering, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of reliability/maintenance engineering experience.
• Strong preventive and predictive maintenance knowledge.
• TPM and Lean training preferred.
• Excellent analytical and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide reliability solutions to improve equipment effectiveness.
• Lead preventive, predictive, and TPM-based maintenance activities.
• Plan, schedule, and support maintenance and reliability work.
• Provide engineering leadership for continuous improvement projects.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams.
• Translate quality metrics into design and equipment improvements.
• Track equipment performance and prioritize reliability focus areas.
• Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with vendors and manage capital/expense projects.

Skills

Reliability engineering

Maintenance engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Root cause analysis

Data-driven decisions

TPM

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMMS (D365 ERP)

AutoCAD

MS Office (Excel/Access/PowerPoint)

Job description

Appvion is seeking a Reliability Engineer to help improve equipment performance, reliability, and overall effectiveness in our Appleton manufacturing operations. In this hands‑on engineering role, you will partner closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, craftspeople, and machine operators to identify reliability opportunities, lead improvement initiatives, support preventative and predictive maintenance programs, and help drive long‑term equipment performance.

What You’ll Do

• Provide reliability‑engineered solutions that improve overall equipment effectiveness and support long‑term equipment performance.
• Enhance equipment reliability through Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), preventative maintenance, and predictive maintenance practices.
• Plan, schedule, coordinate, and support the execution of maintenance and equipment‑reliability activities.
• Provide engineering leadership for continuous improvement projects, equipment upgrades, and safety‑related change management activities.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, craftspeople, and machine operators to troubleshoot equipment issues and improve performance.
• Translate critical‑to‑customer quality metrics into functional design and equipment improvement opportunities.
• Work with cross‑functional equipment improvement teams to assess equipment performance, countermeasure recurring problems, and identify reliability concerns.
• Track monthly breakdown metrics for critical equipment and use data to prioritize reliability focus areas.
• Manage reliability‑engineering work backlog for assigned areas.
• Support root cause analysis efforts, including detailed equipment‑failure analysis and short‑ and long‑term corrective action plans.
• Assist with maintenance planning, scheduling, and execution to support successful work order completion.
• Contact, interview, and request bids from vendors, suppliers, engineering consultants, contractors, and other external resources as needed.
• Develop and manage capital and expense projects, including project details, justification data, procurement needs, spare parts, and bills of materials.
• Recommend and implement replacement or innovative technologies that improve reliability, capability, efficiency, and equipment obsolescence.
• Maintain a working knowledge of the labor agreement to support contract commitments and effective partnership in a union environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience in reliability engineering, maintenance engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related technical role.
• Strong understanding of preventative and predictive maintenance concepts, tools, and practices.
• TPM and Lean training preferred.
• Familiarity with modern maintenance techniques, practices, and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, problem‑solving, and root‑cause identification skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow‑through.
• Ability to work responsibly and independently while using sound judgment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience with CMMS databases, D365 ERP, and AutoCAD preferred.

About Appvion

Appvion is the North American leader in specialty and high‑performance coatings for thermal label and film applications. Founded in 1907, Appvion innovates sustainable specialty coating solutions that are part of many tickets, tags, labels, and packages consumers touch daily. Our solutions leverage a unique blend of proprietary processes and technical expertise to provide crisp imaging, reliable barcode scannability, and consistent image quality for pressure‑sensitive and non‑pressure‑sensitive applications.

As a premier employer of choice, distinguished by the Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce Employee Friendly Workplace certification, our success is rooted in our people. We are committed to promoting work‑life balance and integration by investing in employee‑friendly policies and practices. Whether you are looking to start, make a change, or advance your career, find your path at Appvion and leave your mark on the world.

What We Can Offer You

We prioritize the health and happiness of our employees by granting new hires eligibility for benefits starting on the first of the month following their hire date. Our comprehensive benefits package includes full, low‑cost coverage for health, vision, and dental insurance, along with additional perks designed to support your well‑being and career growth.

• Complimentary access to our 24/7 on‑site fitness center.
• 100% 401(k) match up to the first 5% contributed, with full vesting on day one.
• Generous annual time off package, including vacation, sick and emergency time, holidays, paid volunteer time, and parental leave.
• Health Savings Account options, Employee Assistance Program access, annual bonus program, referral bonus program, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Appvion provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact Human Resources at [e-mail].