Reliability Engineer

Job Description Job Description Reliability Lead Location: South Suburbs of Chicago (Alsip area) Schedule: 1st Shift (Approx. 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM) Compensation: $85K – $105K + Bonus Potential A highly stable, nationally recognized manufacturing operation in the beverage / consumer packaged goods space is adding a Reliability Lead due to continued growth and investment at the plant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a facility with strong production demand, modernized equipment, and long-term career mobility . This position is ideal for a reliability or maintenance professional who enjoys blending data-driven analysis, preventive / predictive strategies, and hands-on plant collaboration to improve equipment performance and reduce downtime.

Position Overview The Reliability Lead is responsible for driving equipment reliability, improving maintenance strategies, and supporting preventative / predictive maintenance initiatives within a high-speed production environment. This role partners closely with maintenance and operations teams to enhance asset performance, reduce failures, and improve overall equipment efficiency. Key Responsibilities • Develop and implement reliability-centered maintenance strategies • Analyze equipment performance, failure trends, and downtime drivers • Conduct failure analysis and root cause investigations • Improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs • Support maintenance planning, scheduling, and work order quality • Identify gaps within the CMMS and drive process improvements • Help reduce Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) and increase Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) • Benchmark equipment performance and recommend upgrades • Partner cross-functionally with maintenance and production teams • Lead reliability-focused initiatives and continuous improvement efforts What Makes This Opportunity Attractive • Extremely stable, well-known organization with consistent production demand • Newly created position with visibility and impact • Significant investment in equipment, automation, and infrastructure • Clear path toward leadership / management progression • Team-oriented plant environment • Strong bonus structure tied to performance Qualifications Required: • Minimum 3+ years in a reliability or maintenance-focused role • Experience within a high-speed manufacturing or production environment • Background in CPG, food, beverage, chemical, pharmaceutical, or similar industries • Strong understanding of preventative / predictive maintenance concepts • Proven experience improving equipment reliability and reducing downtime • CMMS proficiency (SAP or similar systems strongly preferred) • Ability to analyze maintenance data and translate findings into improvements • Natural leadership ability and strong floor presence Preferred / Nice to Have: • Experience with SAP or advanced CMMS environments • Exposure to packaging, bottling, molding, or automated production lines • Experience working in union or highly structured manufacturing settings • Bachelor’s degree (Engineering or related field is a plus, not required) Additional Notes • Primarily 1st shift role, though flexibility is valued when supporting plant needs • Overtime is minimal but occasional extended hours may be required • Interview process includes virtual discussions followed by onsite meetings This is a strong opportunity for someone who wants to own reliability initiatives , influence plant performance, and grow into broader leadership responsibilities within a highly respected manufacturing operation.

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