Job Abstract

HELP US BRING THE GIFT OF HEALTH TO LIFE.

Working at Pharmavite is an experience like no other. With a focus on complete nutrition for all, each endeavor is urgent and every day counts. You'll have the opportunity to work on the #1 selling national vitamin and supplement brand, Nature Made, as well as an exciting portfolio of other products that are shaping the future of the healthy living industry. Consumer-driven innovation, high quality products and a promising portfolio, all driven by a team with a shared sense of purpose -- that's Pharmavite. Join us to bring the gift of health to life.

Reliability Engineer

Opelika, AL

Position Summary:

Responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining reliability systems in the effort to achieve the highest levels of asset availability throughout the facility, in a way that drives behavioral based change to help create a continuous improvement culture. This will be accomplished through effective Predictive & Preventive Maintenance practices, skills / OJT training programs and sustainability methods (electrical, water, gas, and waste). Overall, the Reliability Engineer will assist in improving product quality, safety, equipment reliability and reducing operational costs. This role reports to the Maintenance Leader. 

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with operations and maintenance to develop individual equipment / system asset care strategy utilizing Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) Methods, Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) and other reliability methods.  Strategies would identify required PM inspections (maintenance / operator), Predictive maintenance technologies and necessary upgrades to achieve reliability for that asset in relationship to required purpose and achievable throughput rate.

• Drive behavioral based change to help create a proactive and reliability culture throughout the site.

• Form and lead cohesive site reliability team with team members from all levels of the organization.  Identify support needed (consultant, engineering, maintenance, and operations) to drive improvement efforts.

• Develop data collection plan to determine baseline and opportunities for improvement, which includes developing a site map of critical process flows & equipment in each department.

• Conduct regular analysis of equipment data to understand drivers of repeat issues utilizing measures such as MTBF / MTBR.

• Establish reliability KPI’s including identifying systems for capturing the data required for KPI’s and establish appropriate communication methods.

• Support Operational Excellence initiatives including but not limited to Total Productive Maintenance programs i.e., Autonomous Maintenance.

• Serves as a technical resource for engineers and craftspeople on reliability issues and train operators and craftspeople in all matters pertaining to reliability.

• Work with the site HR and Training Department to develop maintenance training programs including employee development, skills assessment, and advancement programs.

• Assist in identifying and implementing waste and energy reduction opportunities that help to achieve sustainability goals.

• Work closely with Engineering to build reliability into new projects.

• May participate in FAT and commissioning of new or modified equipment.

• Stay current in best practices, technical and industry advancements related to reliability, maintenance training and sustainability. Identify and deliver best practices across the site and communicate successes throughout the company.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Time commitment to role:

  • 60% Develop, implement, and sustain reliability programs.

  • 30% Develop, implement, and sustain skills and equipment / system training.

  • 10% Develop, implement, and sustain sustainability initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Requires a four-year degree in either Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or other related Engineering field or a High School Diploma/GED with 8+ years equivalent experience.

Certification:

Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) or Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT). Other reliability certifications will be considered.  If not certified must be willing to obtain certification within 3 years of employment.

Certified Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or other related problem-solving tools is a plus.

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in maintenance, reliability and project management within an industrial manufacturing or military environment.

• Working knowledge of failure mode and effects analysis, root cause analysis, statistics and probability, complex technical problem solving. Knowledge in Data analysis techniques such as Statistical Process Control, Fault Tree, Fishbone, Six Sigma (DMAIC).

• Familiar with large electromechanical equipment, controls, and data acquisition, vibration analysis, lubrication, and other non-destructive evaluations.  Strong quantitative acumen with the ability to perform data analysis including the ability to perform trending and unit-to-unit comparison data analysis and trending techniques. 

• Previous supervisory experience is a plus.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of product and process development, manufacturing/packaging equipment, processing/testing laboratory techniques and regulatory requirements.

• Strong quantitative acumen with the ability to perform data analysis, including the ability to perform trending and unit-to-unit comparison data analysis and trending techniques. 

• Well-developed oral and written communication skills to make presentations and recommendations in assigned area.

• Results oriented and able to effectively organize and develop plans; prioritize and execute actions.

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office programs and Enterprise Resource Planning systems, previous JDE experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Manufacturing and general office environment, which may occasionally require intermittently lifting loads up to 50 lb.

Environment:

Frequent work in Production facilities. Intermittent exposure to noises levels, fumes, vibrations, dust, etc. enough to cause minor discomfort.  Wear personal protective equipment as required.

Safety:

The incumbent must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices, without endangering the health or safety of self or others.

Supervisory Responsibility:

May coordinate and supervise outside engineer

OUR OFFER

Here, career paths aren't predefined, and bureaucratic limitations don't exist -- you have the opportunity to grow, learn from industry pioneers, and develop the way you want to. Pharmavite is investing more in the development of our team -- to help us deliver on our purpose and help you achieve your career aspirations. Our environment is geared to fuel curiosity, encourage experimentation, and generate learning as this is the way we develop ourselves and our organization.

Pharmavite is committed to meeting the needs of our employees and their families with a Total Rewards package that's as comprehensive as the vitamins and supplements we deliver to consumers. With competitive compensation programs and standout benefits, we provide employees with optimal health and well-being -- as well as peace of mind. These rewards -- plus our new recognition program -- ensure employees feel supported both at work and home.
 

Annual Pay

Annual Pay Range

This represents the minimum and maximum base salary range for this role, plus annual incentive. Various elements are used to determine a candidate’s starting salary such as job experience, specific skills, and comparison to internal incumbents currently in the role.  This information is provided to applicants in accordance with state and local laws.

Visit Pharmavite.com/careers to learn more about our mission and discover an opportunity that's right for you. Health and wellness begins with us.

Pharmavite is an equal employment and affirmative action employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status, or any protected status. We do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other basis covered by applicable law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Disclaimer

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