Plant Reliability Engineer (Thomasville, AL, US, 36784) at Innovative Building & Siding Solutions | LP Building Solutions

Job Purpose

The Plant Reliability Engineer will be responsible for the continued improvement/development of reliability programs and processes that have direct impact on key areas, such as safety, efficiency, effectiveness, customer satisfaction, innovation and quality.

We’d love to meet you if... 
… you’re energized by big challenges and creating a plan to meet the challenge 
… you enjoy working with others to deliver great work 
… you’re innovative and looking for a values-driven, positive culture and environment

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop, refine, and lead the Root Cause analysis program.
• Analyze equipment histories to identify and address specific repetitive failures.
• Drive lean initiatives across the processes.
• Lead further development and administration of the downtime tracking program to ensure consistency of tracking throughout the mill.
• Regularly review downtime reports and equipment histories to identify solutions for reoccurring maintenance problems.
• Develop, refine, and lead the Plant Condition Monitoring/PM Program
• Coordinate with the maintenance team to ensure correct Condition Monitoring/PM activities are scheduled and performed when due.
• Develop, refine, and lead the Plant Lubrication Program/including administration of oil analysis program
• Apply value analysis to make maintenance decisions, i.e., repair/replace and repair/redesign.
• Specify and develop standard repair techniques for major repetitive tasks, such as component replacements.
• Work with maintenance team, as necessary, to develop job scopes for major unique jobs.
• Develop the standardization processes, which influence new construction and equipment purchases including materials, equipment and spare parts.
• Identify potential cost reductions through extended parts life, reduced labor cost, and other part-related improvement techniques.
• Participate in the review phase of design of capital additions and changes in plant layout to ensure full maintainability of equipment, utilities, and facilities.
• Participate in approval of all new installations and technologies, including those done by contractors, to ensure their maintainability and reliability as influenced by life cycle costing
• Train, develop and coach internal resources and key stakeholders.
• Some travel may be required 

What do I need to be successful?

• 5+ years’ industry experience
• In-depth practical knowledge of manufacturing process
• In-depth knowledge of Maintenance and Reliability systems and process improvement process
• Knowledge of safety, health and environmental rules, laws, requirements and applicable LP programs
• Ability to interpret and apply HR, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures
• Knowledge of correct application of systems and processes that ensures continuous improvement (safety, maintenance, quality and manufacturing)
• A creative approach to new ideas
• Knowledge of engineering and design principles
• Basic budgeting and financial analysis skills
• Or any equivalent combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position

Education

• Associates' degree in Business, Manufacturing, Engineering, or equivalent.
• Bachelors’ degree preferred.

Work Environment

• OSB Manufacturing Plant
• Office Setting