Reliability Engineer - Decatur, IL
Listed on 2025-12-08
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Engineering
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Quality Engineering
Job Description Reliability Engineer - Decatur, IL
This is a full-time, exempt level position.
Job SummaryThis position will focus on improving plant reliability by analyzing bad actors and equipment issues through failure analysis and zero loss methodology. In addition, they will take a proactive approach to new equipment installations by incorporating reliability into the design as well as supporting the commissioning of new equipment.
Essential Job Functions- Perform duties in a safe manner, utilizing all safety equipment, and successfully completes all safety certification requirements
- Works with the Facilities Manager to develop, coordinate, and conduct technical reliability studies and evaluations in order to maintain reliability of equipment
- Investigates and analyzes relevant variables potentially affecting processes and assets
- Compile reports and recommend corrective measures to meet acceptable Reliability standards
- Utilize
CMMS and other reliability databases to identify bad actors - Support capital projects in order to incorporate reliability design and maintainability into new equipment and processes
- Provide technical support toplant engineering on reliability issues
- Participate in engineering activities to improve the equipment reliability
- Leads Root Cause Failure Analysis,Reliability Maintenance,preventive and predictive maintenance programs
- Train employees in the value of maintenance reliability and actions required to increase operational efficiency
- Support and comply with all food safety, quality, and legality requirements
- May perform reasonably similar or related duties as assigned
Job Requirements
- Must possess outstanding interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively with all levels of employees
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to plan and prioritize effectively
- Must be willing to work flexible hours to support continuous production. (off hours, weekends, etc.)
- Familiarity with GMP, FDA, and OSHA regulations is preferred
- Must have knowledge of Maintenance Management Systems
- Willing and able to spend time in plant areas (i.e. walk long distances, stand, climb stairs and ladders and move through close spaces) to understand and audit processes
- Able to understand and align with plant GMP and personnel practice requirements
- CMRP Certification or equivalent preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Industrial. (Refer to regional requirements)
- 5+ years of experience in industrial maintenance and reliability engineering in an industrial / manufacturing environment preferred. Experience in a food grade processing facility is a plus
- Experience in Vibration, Infrared, Alignment, Ultrasonic, Motor Circuit, and Lubrication analysis
- Background performing maintenance, troubleshooting for rotating equipment, seals, piping, pumps, fans, blowers, and material handling equipment
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ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired, employees will be in an “at-will” position and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between: $80,000.00 - $
Salaried Incentive PlanThe total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus
Benefits and PerksEnriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
- Physical wellness –…
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