Reliability Engineer

Company: Nestle
Location: Anderson
Posted on: March 15, 2023

Job Description:

Foods people love. Brands people trust. And a career that nourishes your future like no other.If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestle is the place for you. Nestle USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestle's presence in the United States. We're in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact.We're determined to challenge the status quo and be better tomorrow than we are today. As individuals and teams, we embrace our entrepreneurial culture and have created a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is expected, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every single day. Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you.This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.Position SummaryThe Reliability Engineer is responsible for supporting the factory to ensure and deliver asset maintenance according to the Nestle Strategy (using TPM as the multi-disciplined approach to maintain/improve fixed assets, and AMM to manage their life cycle).
The Reliability Engineer shall establish a "Continuous Improvement and Zero Loss" culture in Maintenance, consistent with the principles of NCE. This position will lead machinery maintenance efforts and the development/implementation of maintenance practices to drive world class equipment performance levels. The Reliability Engineer will work closely with maintenance, production, and technical services to develop, design, and recommend strategies to enhance equipment/component performance.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
*Define, propose, and monitor the Maintenance plans and objectives in accordance with Engineering Policy, Key Principles as outlines in the Nestle Engineering Excellence (NEE) master document. Validate results achieved in the program.
*Monitor plant/equipment PM's to ensure best possible operation and reduction of planned/unplanned downtime.
*Lead the factory to reduce technical stoppages/UPS in equipment or areas of common occurrence (priority given to areas of highest incidence or impact). Ensure the systematic review of all line, processes, and utilities that are critical to the business and those where failure can have an unacceptable impact on safety, personnel safety, food safety, environment, or compliance with the law.
*Manage/update equipment criticality list.
*Encourage close teamwork between all functions (Engineering, Productions, Quality Management, etc.)
*Ensure the implementation of all repairs/modifications resulting from Gap assessments, plant audits, and notifications.
*Manage and ensure MOC process is in place for any modifications, design changes, and maintenance activities.
*Lead the effort for Predictive Maintenance Technologies to monitor the health of equipment, e.g., vibration analysis, oil analysis, infrared cameras, ultrasonics, motor circuit analysis, condition monitoring, machine learning, and digitization applications.
*Coach maintenance on using all available predictive tools, be the SME of the equipment and promote the benefits of the technology.
*Lead/participate in incident investigations.
*Be the SME for planned maintenance shutdowns/overhauls including monitoring contractors/vendors for quality.
*Verify maintenance/reliability improvements through field observations.This position requires exceptional communication skills not only, to assure Technical Management support of NCE/NEE as the multi-disciplined approach to maintain/improve fixed assets at all levels of Factory management, but also to lead the transformation of the factory culture from reactive/breakdown to proactive/planned maintenance. Frequent and open communication with Maintenance Manager, Factory Engineer, Reliability Engineers, Production Management, Operations, and Corporate Specialist. This position also requires working knowledge of TPM-PM, basic knowledge of Downtime Recording Systems and Maximo/SAP-PM, and broad experience in multiple Engineering and Maintenance positions. Willingness to embrace new technologies, analysis techniques, and lead improvements is also required.REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL
Bachelors Degree in Engineering (Maintenance & Reliability, Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Chemical or equivalent) strongly preferred or equivalent work experience, relevant certifications (i.e., SMRP, CMRP, CPRE), preferred.EXPERIENCE
Minimum 3 - 5 years' experience in Maintenance and/or Maintenance/Reliability Engineering field. Direct experience with Maintenance and Reliability tools, preferred.SKILLS*Recognized skills in Maintenance Engineering.
*Knowledge, understanding, and passion for continuous improvement methodologies.
*Knowledge and understanding of the cost drivers of Maintenance in manufacturing operations.
*Good working knowledge of CMMS systems (SAP, Maximo, DMO) with the ability comprehend trends/reports.
*Analytical and problem-solving skills
*Knowledge of root cause analysis (BDA).
*Knowledge of vibration analysis and or rotating machinery.
*Excellent verbal and written communication skills
*The ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, including executives, managers, and subject matter experts
*Able to organize, coordinate, and direct users and teams
*Strong oral and written communications abilities
*Solid analytical and technical skills
*Strong computer skills with Word/Excel/Powerpoint.
*Excellent presentation skills
*Project Engineering/Management.
*TPM experience215608It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestle. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestle seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestle home.The Nestle Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

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