Electrical Reliability Specialist

Position Summary

The Electrical Reliability Specialist provides direction, coordination, and support for the daily execution of the electrical crew's operating plan. Working with the Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Engineer, Planner, Maintenance Technicians, Operations, and Safety, the Electrical Reliability Specialist takes the lead on providing availability of all necessary electrical resources across the manufacturing site. This position drives department productivity and quality of workmanship for the purpose of increasing overall availability and electrical reliability of equipment. As a key provider of reliability resources, the Electrical Reliability Specialist reports to the Workflow Leader.

Position Responsibilities

Implements strategic vision for maintenance and reliability to correct, coordinate, and support plant maintenance functions by: (65%)

* Utilizing advanced thermography tools and implementing plans to reduce breakdowns, improve planned maintenance, optimize scheduled maintenance, and effectively execute down-day events;

* Maintaining the facility in a safe manner and to a standard level of equipment availability;

* UE implemented for MCCs, transformers, and PDCs. Implement, perform, and track PMXs for those assets.

* Various motor testing (insulation and resistance) Milliohm meter checks for insulation resistance, LCR meter checks for inductance, creation and management of tracking system for historical data and repairs.

* Managing all maintenance wash up days;

* Ground testing of earth and machine grounds, creation and tracking of PMX and equipment routes.

* Disconnects - housekeeping, circuit integrity checks (milliohms and inductance testing), inspections, and creation of PMX and equipment route.

* Transformers - IR, oil analysis, maintenance, repairs, testing and inspections.

* PDCs - IR, maintenance, repairs, and housekeeping

* MCCs - cabinet condition PMs, (housekeeping, labeling, structural integrity, filters, seals, etc.

* CMMS - creating and updating PMs, creating and updating task instructions, enter follow-up work requests for any findings that warrant corrective action.

* Motor Repair - send motors out for repair, review failure analysis, implement corrective actions, acceptance testing of returned motors, and tracking of repairs.

General

* Participate in RCAs

* Lead and develop electrical reliability improvement projects

* Plan, prepare, and execute electrical power distribution maintenance activities during shutdowns.

* Oversee contractors' work, including preventative maintenance, electrical construction, repairs, etc.

* Provide technical assistance to maintenance and production departments.

* Maintain, expand, and improve the electrical preventative maintenance program.

* Assist and/or lead plant electrical equipment upgrade/replacement projects.

Provides leadership to the Electrical Technicians by driving the development, implementation, and sustainability of a predictive and preventative maintenance system by: (25%)

* Performing and maintaining the work flow process (work identification, planning, scheduling, execution, and auditing);

* Leading the continual improvement and integration of the CMMS into the maintenance and production work system;

* Capturing and recording necessary equipment and material history;

* Reviewing previous days work packages to check for follow up work and to ensure work orders are correctly closed out;

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

Quantitative Dimensions

Decision Making:

The Electrical Reliability Specialist balances priorities, manpower, material, and equipment availability to improve department and individual efficiency and performance.

Supervisory/Lead Responsibilities:

The Electrical Reliability Specialist provides leadership, mentoring, and has supervisory responsibility for all Electrical Leads and Technicians.

Scope of Position:

The Electrical Reliability Specialist supports all electrical and facilities activities. The Electrical Reliability Specialist works with the Planners and Maintenance Engineers to provide the best possible tools and programs to all Electrical Technicians. Working with the Maintenance Manager, the Electrical Reliability Specialist drives the Electrical Department to increase reliability and availability of equipment.

Position Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Required:

* Demonstrated advanced skills with the standard features of various personal computer word processing and spreadsheet software (Microsoft Word and Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, and other proprietary software).

* Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills with the ability to relate well and cooperate with others to effectively coordinate activities and accomplish goals.

* Demonstrated ability to pay attention to detail and continual diligence about follow-up.

* Strong desire to learn.

* Well organized with the ability to multi-task.

* Must be able to lead and be a part of cross functional teams.

* Knowledgeable of root cause and fault tree analysis techniques.

* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

* Sound judgment, problem solving and critical thinking skills.

* Ability to manage the flow of all required information and documentation.

* Ability to deliver sustainable and superior results.

* Strong electrical and mechanical technical knowledge.

Education/Experience:

Required:

* Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred) or equivalent combination of experience and education.

* 3 or more years of electrical reliability experience in a continuous operating (24/7) manufacturing environment.

* 1 or more years of experience planning/scheduling through hands-on experience.

* CMMS skills with MP2 or other type of program.

* Experience with PLC's, Wonderware, RSview, AB Drives, Siemens Drives, and Device net.

Competencies:

* Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues; problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.

* Aligning Performance for Success: Focusing and guiding others in accomplishing work objectives.

* Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise.

* Building Partnerships: Identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships between one's area and other areas, teams, departments, units, or organizations to help achieve business goals.

* Managing Conflict: Dealing effectively with others in an antagonistic situation; using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people.

* Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.

* Stress Tolerance: Maintaining stable performance under pressure or opposition (such as time pressure, or job ambiguity); handling stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and to the organization.

* Continuous Learning: Actively identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learning through their application.

* Gaining Commitment: Using appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one's own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations, and individuals involved.

* Information Monitoring: Setting up ongoing procedures to collect and review information needed to manage an organization or ongoing activities within it.