Reliability Engineer: Drive Asset Uptime & Improvement

Irving Tissue; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with match

Wellness reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Relocation assistance

Training & development

Job summary

Irving Tissue is seeking a Reliability Engineer to join the maintenance team in a role focused on uptime, efficiency, and cost control. You will provide technical assistance, coordinate maintenance improvements, and work with multiple teams to ensure reliable operation of equipment.

The position emphasizes proactive maintenance, data-driven decision making, and collaboration with maintenance leaders and production staff to drive performance improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing maintenance.
• Strong interpersonal skills and team orientation.
• Proficient with MS Office; basic CMMS knowledge including JD Edwards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance and coordination for maintenance improvement efforts.
• Guarantee asset uptime and manage costs with maintenance teams.
• Develop and track KPIs with site management.
• Collaborate across maintenance leaders, technicians, planners, and production teams.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

MS Office proficiency

Analytical and detail oriented

Team player

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

JD Edwards

CMMS

Job description

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective 1st of the month following start date
• 401K with 5% company match eligible on the 1st of the month 30 days following your start date
• Health & Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Product Purchase Program
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
• Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies
• Relocation costs (if applicable)
  
  

Job Description

What We Offer

Irving Tissue is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective 1st of the month following start date
• 401K with 5% company match eligible on the 1st of the month 30 days following your start date
• Health & Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Product Purchase Program
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
• Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies
• Relocation costs (if applicable)
  
  

Responsibilities

TheReliability Engineeris a key member of the maintenance team. This position provides technical assistance and coordination for maintenance improvement efforts. Their focus is to guarantee asset uptime to assure the availability and durability of the equipment while achieving optimum costs. Reporting to the Reliability Team Leader, the Reliability Engineer works both independently as well as with the Maintenance Leaders, Maintenance Technicians, Planners, Stores Personnel, Production Teams, and Engineers.

• Utilize proactive maintenance systems with a focus on preventative, predictive, and conditions-based monitoring, including the following:
• Root cause failureanalysis;
• Managing the results of Condition MonitoringFunctions;
• Life Cycle Asset Management
• Identify improvement opportunities and work with Planners and Coordinators to advance maintenance workflow and highlight prioritized jobs requiring completion
• Work with Maintenance and Site Management to develop and track KPIs
• Communicate across all levels of facility personnel to build collaboration and align the organization to prioritized reliability opportunities
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial)
• 2+ years of relevant experience, experience in a manufacturing maintenance environment is considered an asset
• Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to work in a team environment
• Excellent computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office programs is required
• Analytical and detail oriented with a high level of commitment and self-motivation
• Working knowledge of a computerized maintenance management system is required, JD Edwards experience is a plus
  
  

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

At Irving Tissue, we know the key to success is our people.

We are a leading manufacturer of premium quality tissue products – including national brands Royale® in Canada and Scotties® in the US - and private label.

We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers.

Our parent company - J.D. Irving, Limited, is a responsible steward of the forests. J.D. Irving has planted more than 1 billion trees since 1957, and the Irving Forest Supply Chain, which includes Irving Tissue, was declared carbon neutral for the first time in 2020 and each full year since.