Maintenance Reliability Project Leader

Location- Newton, MS

Work Arrangement- Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:15 PM Mon-Fri, some flexibility

Full Time, Onsite

What you’ll do

• Maintenance Planning & Coordination:Work directly with maintenance, planning, storeroom, and operations teams to plan, prioritize, and schedule larger and complex maintenance work plans, ensuring smooth execution and minimal disruption.

• Job Instruction Development:Create detailed job instructions including preventative maintenance, repair procedures, troubleshooting aids, and guides to support maintenance teams.

• Contractor Management:Coordinate and manage contractors onsite, ensuring safety compliance, scope adherence, and quality of work, while providing constructive feedback to contractors.

• Training & Leadership:Train maintenance team leaders and technicians on systematic problem-solving techniques such as Root Cause Analysis and PDCA, fostering continuous improvement.

• Technical Troubleshooting:Apply strong electrical and mechanical knowledge to analyze equipment failures, identify recurring issues, and lead corrective action initiatives including Kaizen events and recommendation reports.

• Systems Navigation:Utilize CMMS, EAM systems, SAP, Oracle, SharePoint, and other digital tools to build job plans, manage documentation, and communicate effectively across departments.

• Travel Requirements:Minimal travel expected; primarily onsite with occasional visits to related sites or vendors as needed.

• Safety First:Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

What you’ll bring

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment in a technical or project role (e.g., millwright, electrician/controls, or equivalent technical trade)

• Proficiency with PC operations including Microsoft Suite, Oracle or SAP, and other EAM software

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to maintain composure under pressure

• Experience leading maintenance reliability projects and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams

• Knowledge of Root Cause Analysis, PDCA, and Kaizen methodologies

• Familiarity with SharePoint, local file management, and technical drawings/schematics

• Desire and ability to grow into a leadership role within maintenance and reliability functions

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation

• Excellent Health / Dental / Vision Options

• 5% 401(k) Retirement Match

• 15 days Paid Time Off in first year

• 11 Paid Holidays per year

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