Reliability Engineer

Georgia-Pacific LLC; Zachary (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible spending and health savings

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation/time off

Educational assistance

Infertility assistance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific LLC in Zachary, LA, is seeking a Reliability Engineer to ensure equipment reliability and optimal uptime in a tissue/paper towel production setting. You will analyze failure data, lead maintenance strategy development, and apply predictive maintenance techniques while collaborating with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.

You will drive continuous improvement initiatives, participate in safety and process audits, and help implement new technologies to reduce costs and

Qualifications

• Experience in reliability-focused maintenance for process equipment.
• Knowledge of predictive maintenance technologies and data analysis.
• Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Embrace influential leadership to support PBM culture and operations.
• Analyze failure data to identify trends and root causes of equipment failures.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies for optimal performance and longevity.
• Use predictive maintenance techniques to anticipate issues before downtime.
• Conduct FMEA to evaluate potential failure modes and effects on operations.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to build reliable systems.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in reliability, availability, and maintainability.
• Drive projects to enhance quality, efficiency, and cost reduction.

Skills

Reliability engineering

Predictive maintenance

Vibration analysis

Thermal imaging

Oil analysis

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific Consumer Manufacturing Group is seeking qualified professionals to consider for a Reliability Engineer role supporting the Consumer Products Group Operations located in Zachary, LA. The Port Hudson facility uses integrated technology to manufacture tissue and paper towel products in a progressive production environment.

The Reliability Engineer is responsible for ensuring that equipment and systems function consistently and effectively. This involves identifying potential issues and implementing solutions to enhance reliability, thereby improving productivity and reducing costs.

Our Team

The Port Hudson Plant is part of the tissue, towel, and napkin paper products manufacturing operation. We are proud to safely manufacture quality products that have a competitive advantage and solid growth within the marketplace.

We create a work environment that attracts, engages, and retains the best people. Our employees help others and the business reach their full potential, promoting our Principle-Based Management culture to the work they do every day. Our technology is state of the art, and we will bring the best team together to deliver for our customers, Georgia-Pacific, and the Zachary/Port Hudson communities.

What You Will Do

• Embrace influential leadership to support the organization while advancing our Principle-Based Management (PBM) culture
• Analyze failure data to identify trends and root causes of equipment failures
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies to ensure optimal equipment performance and longevity
• Use predictive maintenance techniques such as vibration analysis, thermal imaging, and oil analysis to anticipate equipment issues before they lead to downtime
• Conduct FMEA to identify potential failure modes and their effects on operations
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements
• Work closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to develop reliable systems and processes
• Lead initiatives for continuous improvement in equipment reliability, availability, and maintainability.
• Stay connected with Georgia Pacific commitment to continuous improvement, you will lead or participate in projects aimed at enhancing quality, operational efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Assist with the implementation of new technologies, conducting process audits, and driving a culture of innovation and problem-solving
• Identify potential safety hazards, implement preventive measures, and promote a culture of safety awareness among the reliability team

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Knowledge of paper manufacturing processes, equipment and industry standards
• Prior experience working within a paper/pulp manufacturing, industrial or military environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Experience with reliability engineering tools and techniques
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

What Will Put You Ahead

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Proficiency in data analysis and predictive maintenance technologies
• Experience with root cause analysis and process control techniques
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving continuous improvements initiatives
• Ability to manage projects effectively, set priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath, tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day – to make everyday products even better.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• flexible spending and health savings accounts
• life insurance
• ADD
• disability
• retirement
• paid vacation/time off
• educational assistance
• infertility assistance
• paid parental leave and adoption assistance

Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).