Description:

YOU ARE… an influencer, critical thinker, and collaborator to your stakeholders. You are passionate about safety, developing people, and your background in [wood sciences, wood products, manufacturing, etc.] is a powerful combination. You understand the importance of maximizing operational excellence, while continuing to maintain our company’s reputation. 

WE ARE…a safety first, safety always-focused team with a culture that fosters inclusion and empowers everyone to have a voice. We understand the goals and have the knowledge, skills and training to effectively perform our jobs. Success is the responsibility of the collective team, and our Core Values and People Principles guide our business decisions and how we operate every day.

Weyerhaeuser is searching for a Reliability Manager. This position is part of the Engineered Wood Products (EWP) business and reports to the Mill Manager of the Monticello TimberStrand manufacturing facility. This position is located in Monticello, Arkansas. This is a full-time, exempt position. The Reliability Manager is responsible for all elements of the Reliability Plan and for identifying, managing, directing and auditing manufacturing processes and systems required to reach and maintain excellence in the area of mill reliability.

Relocation is available along with a competitive compensation plan, and employee benefits.

Key Functions: The Reliability Engineer is expected to be a role model in our safety standards and on-the-job behavior by living our core values of Integrity, Citizenship, Sustainability and Inclusion. Principles of integrity, fairness, creating a positive and inclusive work environment and ensuring open communication among leaders and associates are key to the success of this role.

The Reliability Engineer is responsible for:

• Leading and championing all elements of the Reliability Plan, to include Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), PM optimization, oil analysis, vibration, infrared thermal imaging, alignment, balancing and lubrication

• Remaining current with new equipment, technology and updated maintenance methods

• Leading learning in the appreciation of the importance of service quality and delivery and flawless job execution

• Coaching others on process improvement techniques and skills

• Actively assessing opportunities to incorporate predictive maintenance techniques and technology into current equipment maintenance strategies

• Actively using business systems to analyze the effectiveness of technical solutions and capturing knowledge sharing

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering or related discipline OR equivalent experience and/or degree

• Knowledge of implementing Operator Driven Reliability (ODR) directly with operations teams

• Knowledge of Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) techniques and experience utilizing RCM to optimize equipment maintenance strategies

• Understanding of theory and application of predictive maintenance technologies

• Experience in Root Cause Analysis and the use of RCA to facilitate investigations

• Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical and basic PLC programming/troubleshooting

• Prior experience in project management, to include capital projects, and strong analytical, planning, organization and time management skills

• Proven commitment to safety and safety initiatives

• Evident business leadership skills with the ability to clearly communicate vision and strategy to various, diverse audiences through the use of strong oral and written communication skills

• Collaborative and inclusive leadership style, with the proven ability to develop and nurture strong relationships

• Willingness to work weekends and holidays when operating conditions require

• Ability to physically perform the requirements of working in a 24/7 operating facility, to include working in extreme temperatures and to be ambulatory in an industrial environment with catwalks and uneven surfaces

Preferred:

• Six (6) years plant manufacturing experience

• Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) or equivalent

• Competent practitioner of LEAN process optimization practices with experience leading continuous improvement projects

• Knowledge of Access or Oracle, SAP, MS Schedule, MS Project or other scheduling software

Monticello is a uniquely charming town that combines natural beauty with a strong sense of community, making it a hidden gem in southeast Arkansas. Home to the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM), the town is also conveniently located near Little Rock and Pine Bluff, providing easy access to big-city amenities and attractions. Monticello provides a variety of cultural and historic activities, and the beautiful Lake Monticello offers outdoor/wildlife recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating and camping.

What We Offer:

Compensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $106,917-$160,376 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 15% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.

Benefits: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution. Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career.

Retirement: Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.

Paid Time Off or Vacation: We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. In addition, after being employed for six months, eligible employees begin to accrue vacation for future use. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours and paid parental leave for all full-time employees.

About Weyerhaeuser: We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference. We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us. 

About Wood Products: We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support. For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.