At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to grow and develop in your career. You will experience our incredible culture and will be empowered to support your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our deep well of experience and our responsibility to the future to drive improvements and innovation in our products. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.
Job Summary
The Reliability Engineer II position builds upon foundational reliability engineering responsibilities, taking greater ownership of specific reliability and maintenance programs. This role independently leads initiatives to optimize machine operating time, improve uptime and reliability, and reduce the failure rate of equipment and machinery. The Engineer II will also focus on optimizing equipment maintainability, extending equipment life, and introducing engineering solutions that improve operator effectiveness and expedite maintenance services. Beyond technical functions, this individual performs more advanced engineering and specialist functions within the maintenance department, working collaboratively to establish partnerships with Maintenance and Operations counterparts and engage in cross-functional, customer-focused activities to achieve long-term reliability goals and reduce overall operational costs.
Essential Duties
Promotes a safe and clean work environment where safety is the highest priority and embedded in our culture.
Manage a Failure Reporting, Analysis, and corrective Action System (FRACAS) process, including weekly downtime reporting and monthly FRACAS meetings with action plans for high downtime assets affecting OEE.
Manage the preventive and predictive maintenance programs, including PM Optimization reviews, criticality assessments, predictive routes, NDT, and precision maintenance best practices.
Manage the lubrication process to improve OEE of critical assets.
Develop action plans for improving machine lubrication practices.
Manage lubrication sampling program, including developing and tracking plans for out-of-spec asset lubrication.
Manage machine lubrication technician position and audit program performance.
Develop annual and 5-year workforce development plans.
Maintain and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for the department.
Audit maintenance practices and implement changes to improve performance.
Develop, maintain, and document workflows for maintenance processes (e.g., work request, work orders, planning, scheduling, purchase req's, work order completion).
Perform other job duties as assigned
Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
2+ years demonstrated industrial manufacturing experience, preferably in a continuous manufacturing process.
2+ years of plant maintenance experience
2+years of experience in maintenance and reliability improvement
Able to be certified in Level 1 Thermography, Vibration Analysis 1 and Machinery Lubrication Technician 1 within 2 years of employment
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.
Knowledge of rotating equipment, hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, lubrication.
Knowledge of vibration analysis, thermal imaging, Oil Analysis, Non-destructive testing, and laser alignment
Ability to read and interpret technical documents, including blueprints, schematics, P&IDS and equipment manuals.
Experience working with a CMMS, Maximo preferred.
Knowledge of probability and statistical modeling, and prediction reliability tools.
Demonstrated ability to develop, prioritize, and execute plans to deliver results on multiple projects.
Small capital project management skills.
General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality and accuracy
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Able to influence and lead others over whom he/she has no direct authority.
Willing to drive for change in the interest of continuous improvement.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Able to work under limited supervision make independent judgement and decisions as necessary.
Excellent organization skills.
Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Advanced knowledge of CMMS/Inventory Management software.
Intermediate proficiency in G suite
Small to medium (less than 50k budget ) capital project management capability
Knowledge of probability and statistical modeling, and prediction reliability tools.
Knowledge of rotating equipment, hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, lubrication.
Advanced proficiency using root cause analysis to troubleshoot and solve problems
Knowledge of and experience using Predictive Maintenance (PdM) tools & techniques used in Oil Analysis, Thermography, and Ultrasound
Knowledge of reliability-centered maintenance analysis processes including asset criticality assessments, failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) and PM optimization.
Knowledge of precision maintenance technologies for assembling and maintaining machinery to tight tolerances
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Ability to follow machine blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and maintenance standard operating procedures
Awareness of operational processes and how maintenance activities can impact them
Familiar with standard manufacturing concepts, practices, and procedure
Physical Demands
Stationary Position - Occasionally
Move/Traverse - Frequently
Stationary Position/Seated -
Transport/Lifting - Frequently
Transport/Carrying - Frequently
Exerting Force/Pushing - Frequently
Exerting Force/Pulling - Frequently
Ascend/Descend - Frequently
Balancing - Occasionally
Position Self/Stooping - Frequently
Position Self/Kneeling - Frequently
Position Self/Crouching - Frequently
Position Self/Crawling - Frequently
Reaching - Constantly
Handling - Constantly
Grasping - Frequently
Feeling - Occasionally
Communicate/Talking - Occasionally
Communicate/Hearing -
Repetitive Motions - Frequently
Coordination - Frequently
Working Conditions
Extreme cold - Frequently
Extreme heat - Frequently
Humid - Frequently
Wet - Frequently
Noise - Frequently
Hazards - Frequently
Temperature Change - Frequently
Vibration -
Travel Requirements: 20%
Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.
Base Salary Range: $72,000-$99,000
How We Protect What Matters Most:
1. We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. 2. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood. 3. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. 4. Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence. 5. Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program. 6. We're committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.
GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.
We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate's qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).
