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Manufacturing Reliability Consultant

2 months ago

Kingsport, Tennessee, United States The Chemical Engineer Full time

Company Overview
Founded in 1920, Eastman is a leading global specialty materials company, recognized for producing a diverse array of products integral to everyday life.

With a mission to enhance quality of life materially, Eastman collaborates with clients to deliver innovative solutions while upholding a strong commitment to safety and sustainability.

Eastman's growth strategy is driven by innovation, leveraging world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and unique application development to strengthen its position in key markets such as transportation, construction, and consumer goods.

As a globally inclusive and diverse organization, Eastman employs around 14,000 individuals worldwide, serving customers in over 100 countries.

Position Overview
As a Reliability Engineer at Eastman, you will play a crucial role in enhancing process and equipment reliability within our manufacturing facilities.

You will be assigned to a specific operational area, collaborating with Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations teams to identify, prioritize, and implement improvement initiatives aimed at achieving reliability, eliminating failures, and reducing costs.

Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with operational teams to enhance equipment availability and process reliability, minimizing unplanned production interruptions.
- Lead projects that deliver engineered solutions to complex challenges, thereby increasing equipment and process reliability.
- Work in partnership with maintenance teams to address reliability and maintainability concerns, reduce costs, and boost productivity.
- Provide support during plant outages and shutdowns as needed.
- Utilize Lean Six Sigma methodologies for effective problem-solving and risk mitigation.
- Identify and prioritize reliability improvement opportunities by analyzing data from SAP, reliability systems, and production logs.
- Lead and manage Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) investigations.
- Conduct FMEA analyses on critical production assets.
- Offer reliability insights for capital projects as required.
- Provide technical leadership across all levels of the plant organization, particularly in collaboration with maintenance crews.
- Facilitate problem-solving teams to identify, design, and implement enhancements.
- Promote a safe working environment and adhere to Eastman's safety vision.

Qualifications
- A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited institution is required, with a preference for Mechanical Engineering.
- Previous experience in reliability engineering, particularly within chemical or petrochemical environments, is essential, with a preference for candidates with 5+ years of experience.
- Strong foundational engineering and reliability engineering skills, with a willingness to learn advanced principles.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Familiarity with root cause analysis (RCA) methodologies.
- Experience managing preventive and predictive maintenance plans using asset management software (SAP preferred).
- Knowledge of common process equipment (e.g., pumps, fans, motors, valves, instrumentation).
- Basic understanding of electrical power distribution systems.
- Awareness of predictive and diagnostic technologies for rotating and fixed equipment.
- Highly motivated, self-directed, and capable of managing a diverse project portfolio.
- Willingness to work in the field alongside mechanics and operators as necessary for urgent equipment troubleshooting.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong group facilitation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
- A service-oriented, customer-focused mindset with strong analytical capabilities.
- A steadfast commitment to personnel and process safety.

Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Eastman is dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential.