Reliability Engineer

Company: Vobev
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: October 23, 2024

Job Description:

Description:Vobev is the first independent can maker and filler in North America to streamline the beverage supply chain under one roof in a 1.3 million sq ft facility, shrinking lead times, reducing costs, and lowering the carbon footprint. Our culture, built on Safety, Quality, and People, fosters innovation and collaboration in an inclusive environment. We're passionate about building world-class drinkable brands and need a pioneering team to deliver on this vision. Join us to disrupt the industry and make a difference every day. SUMMARY Responsible for ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment and processes with the primary focus on analyzing equipment performance, identifying potential failures, and implementing proactive maintenance strategies to reduce downtime, improve productivity, and extend equipment life. Requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, including engineering, maintenance, operations, and quality, to achieve optimal equipment reliability and production efficiency.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESEquipment Reliability Improvement:

• Analyze equipment performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance strategies to minimize equipment downtime and enhance reliability.
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment failures and implement corrective and preventive actions. Maintenance Optimization:
  • Work with the maintenance team to optimize maintenance schedules and reduce unplanned breakdowns.
  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), Mean Time to Repair (MTTR), and equipment uptime.
  • Support maintenance planning by identifying critical spare parts and optimizing inventory.Continuous Improvement:
    • Use Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to identify and implement process improvements that enhance equipment performance and overall production efficiency.
    • Lead initiatives to reduce waste, improve equipment utilization, and extend asset life.Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA):
      • Conduct FMEA on critical assets to identify potential failure modes and prioritize actions to mitigate risks.
      • Implement long-term solutions to prevent recurring equipment issues and enhance system reliability.Data Analysis & Reporting:
        • Collect, analyze, and interpret equipment performance data to identify patterns of failure and areas for improvement.
        • Generate reports on reliability metrics, equipment performance, and maintenance effectiveness to communicate findings to stakeholders.Collaboration & Training:
          • Work closely with cross-functional teams (engineering, operations, and quality) to ensure reliable and efficient production processes.
          • Provide technical support and training to maintenance teams on best practices for equipment maintenance and reliability.Safety & Compliance:
            • Ensure all reliability and maintenance activities are conducted in accordance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
            • Participate in safety audits and contribute to the development of safety procedures for equipment use and maintenance.Why Join Us: Vobev offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, disability, 401(k), paid holidays and PTO with opportunities for professional growth and development in a collaborative and supportive work environment. We are committed to safety and quality in all aspects of what we do. Vobev is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Requirements:Qualifications
              • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
              • Reliability engineering certification is a plus (e.g., Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional - CMRP) and
              • 3+ years of experience in industrial manufacturing reliability engineering, maintenance engineering, or a similar role in a manufacturing environment
              • Previous experience in can making, metal forming, or packaging industry preferred
              • Strong understanding of reliability principles, maintenance strategies (preventive, predictive, and condition-based), and root cause analysis (RCA)
              • Familiarity with FMEA, Six Sigma, and Lean Manufacturing methodologies
              • Proficiency in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) software
              • Solid knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, including motors, gearboxes, and conveyorsMust have excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, strong communication and collaboration abilities, ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a detail-oriented focus on continuous improvement.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
                • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee must frequently stand, walk, bend, twist, reach with hands and arms, climb, stoop, and kneel. Regular fingering, grasping, and feeling: requires repetitive movement with frequent use of hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls and hand-eye coordination.
                • The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus regularly.Vobev is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. PI3a164a1be634-31181-35552263

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