Reliability Engineer

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

Location: City of Industry, CA Hydro employees can enjoy the following benefits:

- Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts

- Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions

- Education Assistance

- Bonus Plan Eligibility

- Parental Leave

Pay Range/Shift:

$86,934 - $107,464

Job Summary:

The Reliability Engineer reports to the Technical Services Manager. This position requires thorough knowledge and skill in the use of equipment, technologies, terminology, and practices related to steelmaking. Thorough knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical practices and principles. Ability to operate the tools, equipment, hardware and software necessary to perform the duties of this position. This includes working knowledge of and ability to effectively use a PC, PLC, Oracle CMMS program, MS Office and various other computer applications/equipment. Must be able to apply reliability engineering principles and techniques to develop and implement solutions and effectively instruct other employees on a course of action. Must possess knowledge and skill in the design, installation and maintenance of plant production equipment. Must possess strong communication skills, both oral and written, the ability to convey technical information to non-technical staff, and to effectively address questions related to projects and engineering documentation. Must possess strong multi-tasking and organizational skills.

Required Education/Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in industrial or mechanical or electrical engineering.

- Minimum three (3) years of experience in maintenance and reliability, production management, engineering or operations experience.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

- Needs to be able to work with all types of Allen-Bradley Controllers, HMI, Drives and Safety Devices

- Specific education/experience in aluminum industry is preferred.

- Strong knowledge of preventative and predictive maintenance programs and the tools associated with failure detection/analysis.

- Demonstrated problem-solving, decision making, organization and analytical skills.

- Knowledge of EPA and OSHA regulations.

Job Responsibilities:

- CRI: Continuous Reliability Improvement thru predictive measures

- Conduct analysis and perform Root Cause Analysis on equipment failures that significantly affect product quality, equipment uptime and plant capacity. Report conclusions to leadership and make recommendations for improved programs and practices intended to prevent similar failures.

- Monitor and track line equipment availability land operating efficiency issues and creates “pareto” type analysis to identify key equipment problems / failures / areas using internal software.

- Develops engineering solutions to repetitive failure and all other problems that adversely affect plant operations. These problems include capacity, quality, cost or regulatory compliance issues.

- Participates in the development of criteria for and evaluation of equipment and technical MRO suppliers and technical maintenance service providers.

- Collaborate with Planner and Maintenance Supervisor to effectively execute planned downtime and outages.

- Lead Preventive and Predictive Maintenance optimization.

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

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