Louisiana Pacific

Plant Reliability Engineer

Louisiana Pacific • $75K — $95K *
Tomahawk, WI 54487In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of industry experience or equivalent training
  • Deep understanding of manufacturing processes
  • Strong knowledge of Maintenance and Reliability systems
  • Familiarity with safety and environmental regulations
  • Ability to interpret HR and safety policies
  • Creative approach to problem-solving
  • Knowledge of engineering principles and budgeting

Responsibilities

  • Lead Root Cause Failure Analysis for complex failures
  • Develop and administer a proactive maintenance program
  • Drive lean initiatives to improve processes
  • Oversee the plant's downtime tracking program
  • Refine and enhance the Plant Condition Monitoring Program
  • Manage the Plant Lubrication and oil analysis initiatives
  • Train and develop internal resources and stakeholders

Benefits

  • Onsite work environment
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Involvement in innovative process improvements
  • Collaboration with multiple departments and leaders
  • Limited travel requirements (10%)
Full Job Description
Plant Reliability Engineer

Req Id: 12639

Job Location: Tomahawk

Posting Start Date: 7/22/26

Work Environment: Onsite

Job Description:

Job Purpose

The Plant Reliability Engineer will be responsible for the continued improvement/development of reliability programs and processes that have direct impact on key areas, such as safety, efficiency, effectiveness, customer satisfaction, innovation and quality. Lead Root Cause Failure Analysis and corrective actions for complex and/or repetitive failures.Develop and administer proactive maintenance program and equipment maintenance strategy based on site and business goals.

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

  • Development, refinement, and leadership of the Root Cause analysis program.
  • Analyze equipment histories to identify and address specific repetitive failures.
  • Drive lean initiatives across the processes.
  • Further development and administration of the downtime tracking program to ensure consistency of tracking throughout the mill.
  • Regularly review downtime reports and equipment histories to identify solutions for reoccurring maintenance problems.
  • Development, refinement, leadership of the Plant Condition Monitoring/PM Program
  • Coordination with Maintenance Planner/Scheduler/Area Leaders ensuring correct Condition Monitoring/PM activities arescheduled and performed when due.
  • Development, refinement, and leadership of the Plant Lubrication Program/including administration of oil analysis program
  • Apply value analysis to make maintenance decisions, i.e., repair/replace and repair/redesign.
  • Specify and develop standard repair techniques for major repetitive tasks, such as component replacements.
  • Works with Maintenance Planner/Scheduler/Area Leaders, as necessary, to develop job scopes for major unique jobs.
  • Develop the standardization processes, which influence new construction and equipment purchases including materials,equipment and spare parts.
  • Identify potential cost reductions through extended parts life, reduced labor cost, and other part-related improvement techniques.
  • Participates in the review phase of design of capital additions and changes in plant layout to ensure full maintainability ofequipment, utilities, and facilities.
  • Participates in approval of all new installations and technologies, including those done by contractors, to ensure theirmaintainability and reliability as influenced by life cycle costing
  • Train, develop and coach internal resources and key stakeholders.
  • Some travel required (10%)


What do I need to be successful?

  • 5+ years' industry experience
  • Or any equivalent combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of thisposition
  • In-depth practical knowledge of manufacturing process
  • In-depth knowledge of Maintenance and Reliability systems and process improvement process
  • Knowledge of safety, health and environmental rules, laws, requirements and applicable LP programs
  • Ability to interpret and apply HR, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures
  • Knowledge of correct application of systems and processes that ensures continuous improvement (safety, maintenance, qualityand manufacturing)
  • A creative approach to new ideas
  • Knowledge of engineering and design principles
  • Basic budgeting and financial analysis skills


Education

  • Associates' degree in Business, Manufacturing, Engineering, or equivalent.
  • Bachelors' degree preferred.


Work Environment

  • Mill/office environment

Information at a Glance

About Louisiana Pacific

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation, commonly known as LP, is an American building materials manufacturer. It was founded in 1973 and is currently headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. The company primarily produces engineered wood products, such as oriented strand board, laminated veneer lumber, and other building materials. LP also produces siding, trim, and other outdoor building products. The company operates in the United States, Canada, Chile, and Brazil. LP is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, such as using recycled materials and reducing waste.
Learn more about Louisiana Pacific
Size
4,800 employees
Market Cap
$4.2 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$499 million
Founded
1972
5 Year Trend
+15.3%
Revenue
$2.7 billion
NASDAQ
LPX
* Ladders Estimates

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