Reliability Engineer in Magnolia, AR

KEY FOCUS The Reliability/Mechanical Excellence Engineer provides engineering services to both the Production and Services Departments to continuously improve and optimize the use of mechanical systems and equipment, as well as the work practices used in maintaining that equipment in the engineer's responsible production area. All efforts in this arena should be focused on improving long-term reliability and preserving the safety of those operating and maintaining the equipment. RESPONSIBILITIES - identifying and rectifying any deficiencies in existing mechanical systems and equipment through the use of Root Cause Failure Analysis techniques. This requires working with unit operations and maintenance where equipment costs, service factor/OEE impact, and scheduling impacts are reviewed to identify points of improvement. - attend and participate in morning safety tailgates for the area of their responsibility, as well as daily production or break-in meetings. They should also attend daily maintenance planning/scheduling meetings and assist in planning/scheduling efforts. Attendance of these meetings should provide opportunity to be informed of any failures and opportunities for OEE or cost improvements. - understanding of where their efforts should be focused in order to provide the greatest return. For the most part, the engineer should be establishing and prioritizing his or her own work list. They must know what is important to the unit operations, as well as area maintenance, and where each job fits in regards to the unit's profitability. Essentially, the Mechanical Excellence Engineer should be a team member of the area of their responsibility. Pareto analysis of service factor/OEE and maintenance cost should be utilized in the engineers' prioritization efforts. - provide timely reporting and updates of their activities through the use of electronic databases. The Lotus Approach Mechanical Excellence Database shall be used for all Mechanical Excellence jobs and must be updated prior to the distribution of the monthly Reliability Report. The Lotus Notes Engineering Project File database shall be updated monthly with all capital projects managed by the engineer.REQUIREMENTS: - BS Mechanical Engineer- 5+ years experience (reliability experience preferred)PLEASE CONTACT ME WITH INTEREST!