Reliability Technician

Socket.dev; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 67,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Plans

401k with Company Match

two weeks paid time off within first

Job summary

Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of CJ CheilJedang, is hiring for a full-time reliability/maintenance role in our manufacturing facility. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and opportunities for advancement in a safety-conscious environment.

The role emphasizes improving asset reliability, preventive maintenance, and cross-functional teamwork to optimize plant performance and uptime. A strong background in maintenance principles and practical problem solving is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, plus typically 3 years in an industrial setting (preferably with predictive tool experience).
• Team players who interact professionally with co-workers and mentor others on reliability methods.
• Bring high energy and positive attitude daily; be curious and eager to learn.
• Strong problem solving, analytical, troubleshooting, planning, and organizational skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills and strong computer skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and follow machine blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with asset catalog improvement, preventive maintenance optimization, and scheduling of corrective maintenance; write specifications, procedures, and test programs for reliability testing and characterization.
• Prepare technical reports, document test results, and assist in selection of new reliability equipment.
• Assemble and lead cross-functional teams (maintenance, operations, engineering, procurement) to support reliability improvements in the plant.
• Apply reliability principles such as Asset Strategy Improvement (ASI), Operating Envelope (OE), FMEA, RCA, Motor Circuit Analysis, infrared thermography, ultrasound, and bearing/ lubrication practices.
• Resolve specific reliability issues and drive improvements that support all plant areas.
• Install, move, remove, repair, and troubleshoot equipment.
• Work in a safe manner and report any unsafe conditions or practices.

Skills

Reliability principles

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Maintenance SOPs

Job description

PayRange: $31.75- $35.25 per hour

Shift:1st

Hours:6 am to 3 pm

This is a full-time position within our manufacturing facility with opportunities for advancement!

Who we are:

Schwan's Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands likeRed Baron®, Tony's®, Big Daddy's®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can't forget Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards® pies!We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn't just a job, it's a seat at the table!

What we want to do for you:

We offer eligible employees competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to assist employees and their families with their financial security, health, and well-being.

• Health, Life, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off during first year
• 401k with Company Match

What we are looking for:

Here at Schwan's Company, we put a high priority on having safe, clean, and healthy workspaces. We want individuals who take that seriously.

• Candidates that possess a High School Diploma or equivalent and typically 3 years (preferably with predictive tool experience in an industrial setting)
• Team players that will interact professionally with co-workers and train and mentor others on reliability methods
• Bring high energy and positive attitude every day; always be curious and interested in learning
• Speak up! Recommend areas for improvement or efficiency; always be an advocate for safety
• Strong problem solving, analytical, troubleshooting, planning, and organizational skills
• Good interpersonal and communication (both written and verbal) skills and strong computer skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously and ability to follow machine blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and maintenance standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the improvement of the asset catalog, preventative maintenance optimization, and scheduling of corrective maintenance; write specifications, procedures, and test programs for reliability testing and characterization
• Prepare technical reports, document test results, and assist in selection of new reliability equipment
• Assemble and lead cross-functional teams (maintenance, operations, engineering, procurement) to support a wide variety of reliability improvement opportunities in the plant and act as a team resource for all types of breakdowns
• Apply various reliability principles such as Asset Strategy Improvement (ASI), Operating Envelope (OE), Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Motor Circuit Analysis, various infrared thermography routes, structure and air bourn ultrasound routes, motor testing, vibration analysis, oil analysis, precision lubrication, and precision alignment
• Resolve specific reliability issues and drive reliability improvements that support all areas of the plant
• Install, move, remove, repair, and troubleshoot equipment
• Work in a safe manner and report any unsafe conditions or practices
• Other duties as assigned

The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected classes.

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