Reliability Engineer II

GAF Materials Corp.; Arkadelphia (AR); On-site; USD 72,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

GAF Materials Corp. in Arkadelphia, AR seeks a Reliability Engineer II to own reliability and maintenance programs, improving uptime and reducing equipment failures. You will lead initiatives to optimize machine performance and extend equipment life.

Collaborate with Maintenance and Operations to achieve long-term reliability goals, develop workforce plans, and manage KPIs using advanced reliability tools and CMMS practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
• 2+ years in industrial manufacturing with maintenance and reliability improvement.
• Experience with CMMS/Maximo preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Leads FRACAS process and downtime reporting.
• Manages preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Develops lubrication and benchmarking plans to improve OEE.
• Develops workforce and capital project plans; tracks KPIs.

Skills

CMMS knowledge

Vibration analysis

Thermography

Root cause analysis

Lubrication optimization

Reading blueprints

Statistical modeling

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Maximo

G Suite

Job description

Job Summary

The Reliability Engineer II position builds upon foundational reliability engineering responsibilities, taking greater ownership of specific reliability and maintenance programs. This role independently leads initiatives to optimize machine operating time, improve uptime and reliability, and reduce the failure rate of equipment and machinery. The engineer also focuses on optimizing equipment maintainability, extending equipment life, and introducing engineering solutions that improve operator effectiveness and expedite maintenance services. Beyond technical functions, this individual performs advanced engineering and specialist functions within the maintenance department, working collaboratively with Maintenance and Operations to achieve long‑term reliability goals and reduce overall operational costs.

Essential Duties

• Promotes a safe and clean work environment where safety is the highest priority.
• Manages a Failure Reporting, Analysis, and Corrective Action System (FRACAS) process, including weekly downtime reporting and monthly FRACAS meetings with action plans for high downtime assets affecting OEE.
• Manages preventive and predictive maintenance programs, including PM Optimization reviews, criticality assessments, predictive routes, NDT, and precision maintenance best practices.
• Manages the lubrication process to improve OEE of critical assets, developing action plans for improving machine lubrication practices, and maintaining a lubrication sampling program.
• Manages the machine lubrication technician position and audit program performance.
• Develops annual and five‑year workforce development plans.
• Maintains and tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) for the department.
• Audits maintenance practices and implements changes to improve performance.
• Develops, maintains, and documents workflows for maintenance processes (e.g., work request, work orders, planning, scheduling, purchase requisitions, work order completion).
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
• 2+ years of industrial manufacturing experience, preferably in a continuous manufacturing process.
• 2+ years of plant maintenance experience.
• 2+ years of experience in maintenance and reliability improvement.
• Ability to be certified in Level 1 Thermography, Vibration Analysis 1, and Machinery Lubrication Technician 1 within two years of employment.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.
• Knowledge of rotating equipment, hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, lubrication.
• Knowledge of vibration analysis, thermal imaging, oil analysis, non‑destructive testing, and laser alignment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, including blueprints, schematics, P&IDS and equipment manuals.
• Experience with a CMMS, Maximo preferred.
• Knowledge of probability and statistical modeling, and predictive reliability tools.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, prioritize, and execute plans to deliver results on multiple projects.
• Small capital project management skills.

General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to influence and lead others over whom he/she has no direct authority.
• Willingness to drive for change in the interest of continuous improvement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under limited supervision and make independent judgment.
• Excellent organization skills.

Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of CMMS/Inventory Management software.
• Intermediate proficiency in G Suite.
• Small to medium capital project management capability (less than 50k budget).
• Knowledge of probability and statistical modeling and predictive reliability tools.
• Advanced proficiency in root cause analysis to troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Knowledge of predictive maintenance tools and techniques used in oil analysis, thermography, and ultrasound.
• Knowledge of reliability‑centered maintenance analysis processes, including asset criticality assessments, FMEA, and PM optimization.
• Knowledge of precision maintenance technologies for assembling and maintaining machinery to tight tolerances.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to follow machine blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and maintenance SOPs.
• Awareness of operational processes and how maintenance activities impact them.
• Familiar with standard manufacturing concepts, practices, and procedures.

Physical Demands

Stationary position; occasionally moves/treks; frequently stationary and seated. Requires lifting, carrying, operating machinery, and repetitive motions. Exposure to extreme cold, heat, humidity, wet conditions, noise, vibration, and temperature changes. Requires the ability to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach at all times.

Travel Requirements

Travel up to 20% of the time.

Salary

Base salary range: $72,000–$99,000.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance for employee and family.
• Family‑building benefits for fertility and parenthood programs.
• Robust 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Work‑life balance programs including wellness, financial coaching, referral program, and residential rebates.
• Professional growth and development opportunities, including training programs and tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Resource Groups for education and allyship.
• Equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for disabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and offers reasonable accommodations. We are an equal‑opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected class. All applicants and employees are treated equally based on qualifications, experience, and merit.