Qualifications:
Level II certified vibration analyst
Minimum 5 years experience
Experience with spectral, time waveform and phase analysis
Must have technical writing skills for report generation
Computer skills
Understanding of other condition monitoring technologies such as oil analysis, thermography, motor current analysis and ultrasound.

The successful candidate should have experience with Power Generation, Refining, and General Manufacturing.

Company Information:
Progressive Maintenance Technologies, Inc., located in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, is a progressive engineering and technical services company providing reliability services to multiple plants in North America. This opportunity offers growth and advancement opportunities with competitive salary and benefit package. 

If interested please send resume to

Web Address: http://www.progressivemaintenance.com

Maintenance Reliability Engineer

Tronox Job No. TRX0703-025

Position requires a B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with a minimum of 1 year engineering experience in a chemical manufacturing plant for Grade 14, a minimum of 3 years experience for Grade 16, and a minimum of 6 years experience for Grade 18.  Position requires experience in providing technical support to the maintenance department; excellent verbal/written communication, interpersonal and computer skills; ability to effectively lead cross-functional teams in reliability projects; and experience with problem-solving rotating and stationary equipment (such as pumps, conveyors, blowers, dust collectors, etc.). 

Preferences include experience in conducting reliability functions such as reliability engineering, reliability centered maintenance (RMC), root cause failure (RCFA), and preventive maintenance optimization; strong knowledge of reliability data assessment, statistical analysis, and improvement methods; familiarity with CMMS/EAM (SAP, Maximo, Passport or Oracle); and a member of SMRP.

This position is a key role in developing proactive maintenance practices that drives maintenance organization to continuously strive for reliability excellence.

Also, ensures the operation of the plant in an environmentally responsible manner in compliance with the Environmental Policy.

Apply at http://www.tronox.com/careers

Responsibilities:
Successful candidate will be working in the Maintenance & Engineering area of plants with responsibilities’ for equipment reliability utilizing PdM, root cause failure analysis, planning and scheduling along with CMMS experience and computer skills, and maximizing the use of PM’s.
Basc Qualifications:
Seeking a BS in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of maintenance and project engineering experience in a manufacturing environment. Background should include maintenance and production troubleshooting abilities.

Company Information:
Progressive Maintenance Technologies, Inc., located in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, is a progressive engineering and technical services company providing reliability services to multiple plants in North America. This opportunity offers growth and advancement opportunities with competitive salary and benefit package. 

To apply:
For consideration, please send your resume to: .

Web Address: http://www.progressivemaintenance.com/

Hormel Foods Corporation, a multinational manufacturer and marketer of consumer-branded meat and food products, is seeking an experienced Reliability Engineer to support its flagship plant in Austin, Minnesota.

This position is a key member of a cross functional team that drives the improvement of plant reliability and champions the move from reactive to proactive maintenance.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelors Degree in Engineering and a minimum of eight (8) years of experience as a Reliability / Maintenance Engineer. He or she must also have demonstrated the practical application of the following reliability improvement “tools”:
• Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM)
• Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
• Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA)
• Preventive and Predictive Maintenance strategies
• Standard Operating Procedures
• Other advanced reliability methods.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. The Reliability Engineer must also have previous in-depth experience with the use of a comprehensive Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). The successful candidate will apply his or her knowledge and experience to drive continuous improvement and optimize the lifetime value of the Company’s physical assets.

Hormel Foods promote-from-within philosophy rewards outstanding performance with rapid advancement in the company.  Hormel Foods also offers an excellent benefits package which includes: competitive base salary, management bonus, profit sharing, 401(k) with a matching provision, non-contributory pension, health care, paid vacation, and more!

For immediate consideration, send cover letter and resume to:

Hormel Foods Corporation
Lynelle Topp
Supervisor Professional Recruitment
1 Hormel Place
Austin, MN 55912
E-mail: 
Fax:  507-437-5171

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:

Hormel Foods Corporation has an opportunity for an experienced Reliability Engineer in our Rochelle, IL facility.  Hormel Foods is a $5.4 Billion Fortune 500 Corporation established in 1891; a multinational manufacturer and marketer of consumer branded food products currently exporting over 1600 products to more than 50 countries.  We are built on traditions of brand strength, quality, innovation, and value, while taking advantage of trends and technology.  As a Reliability Engineer, you will be responsible for driving improvement of plant reliability, and move from reactive to proactive maintenance.

RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:
• Identifying and prioritizing opportunities for reliability improvement and developing and implementing improvements in these areas.
• Evaluating and implementing appropriate preventative maintenance schedules and predictive maintenance technologies.
• Maintaining and sharing expert knowledge in the areas of proactive maintenance management.
• Developing, presenting, recommending, selecting and coordinating training for plant personnel at all levels as appropriate regarding equipment and process reliability.
• Preparing budgets and implementation plans for all reliability efforts.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Preferred candidates will have a Bachelors Degree in Engineering and a minimum of eight years of experience as a Reliability/Maintenance Engineer.
• He or she must also have demonstrated the practical application of the following reliability improvement “tools”:
o Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM)
o Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
o Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA)
o Preventative and Predictive Maintenance Strategies
o Standard Operating Procedures
o Other advanced reliability methods
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have had previous in-depth experience with the use of a comprehensive Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have a valid work Visa.

LOCATION:
Rochelle, IL.

BENEFITS:
Hormel Foods offers an excellent benefits package including competitive base salary plus bonus, annual merit increase performance reviews, medical, dental, vision, non-contributory pension, profit sharing, 401(k), stock purchase plan, relocation assistance, and paid vacation.

For immediate consideration, send cover letter and resume to:
Hormel Foods Corporation
Lynelle Topp
Corporate Manager Professional Recruiting
1 Hormel Place
Austin, MN 55912
E-mail: 
Fax:  507-437-5171

CPS Energy, San Antonio’s electric utility, offering long-term employment for a vibration analyst certified by the Vibration Institute for the Power Plant PdM group.  Competitive pay, excellent working conditions, good benefits and no travel required. 

See qualifications and apply at http://www.cpsenergy.com

Equipment Links, Inc. provides reliability solutions to industrial customers.  Customers include manufacturers, utility, and NASA.  Current project opening for a HQ (Las Vegas) lead engineering position to coordinate the reliability activities at three plant sites for the same customer.  Work involves implementation of best practices, performing RCM analyses, supporting improvements in the use of CMMS, and projects developing technical documentation.

Equipment Links, Inc.
38 Anthem Creek Circle
Henderson, NV 89052
(702) 454-1939

http://www.equipment-links.com

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JOB TITLE: Predictive Maintenance Analyst I, II, III, Senior Analyst or Coordinator
REQUISITION: 43952
DEPARTMENT: Generation and Marketing
LOCATION: Topeka General Office, Topeka, KS

Scheduled Work Hours:  Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  However, hours can be irregular. Nights, weekends, and extra hours will be required as plant conditions dictate.

Summary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide resources to power plants and administer a comprehensive predictive maintenance program. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following: administer IR Thermography and Ultrasonic scanning of electrical and stationary equipment at each of the power plants based on their individual needs.  The programs must include periodic reporting to quantify the benefits and to communicate results to plant personnel.

Education and Experience Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent and six years of related experience including experience in industrial plant environment operating or maintaining electrical or rotating equipment.  Possession of Level I Thermography certification is preferred and may be substituted for up to three years of the experience requirement.  A bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer science may be substituted for up to six years of the above experience requirement.  Regardless of substitutions, must have at least two years of directly related experience.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Required:
Successful candidate must have experience and background to:

 Transition from time based maintenance PM’s to condition based
 Quantify program costs, track savings from catastrophic failures avoided

Must have background using technical reading and writing. Must be able to apply tact, diplomacy, reason and logic. Must be able to respond quickly, develop and apply procedures, process information in an organized, timely and accurate manner.

Must have ability to utilize appropriate computer programs, including any PC related applications.

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding and/or Testing Required:
Successful candidate must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Working Conditions:
Must have the ability to perform the physical activities of the job. Requires extensive on site plant work with some office work. The position requires the ability to work outdoors and in an industrial plant environment including, but not limited to, exposure to ambient temperature extremes, dusty/moist environments, climbing ladders and stairways, working at heights on elevated structures and platforms, and working in cramped spaces occasionally which may require bending, stooping, and standing. The position will also require some work beyond normal working hours as workload and emergency response warrants. Must have satisfactory work record including good attendance.

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE at http://www.westarenergy.com by April 8, 2007.

Holcim (US) has created a new Manufacturing Performance Center (MPC) in the Waltham, MA corporate headquarters.  With shared accountability for manufacturing performance, the MPC is designed to provide Corporate guidance and technical expertise to the Holcim plants within the US. 

Holcim (US) has an outstanding opportunity for an experienced senior maintenance planner with a proven track record in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment In this critical role, you will provide technical expertise to the maintenance planning function to optimize overall equipment effectiveness at the lowest sustainable cost.  The qualified candidate will have a minimum of 6 years practical experience in maintenance planning, scheduling, and coordinating execution.  Strong knowledge of SAP is preferred.

Position Responsibilities:
• Operate as a team member of the Manufacturing Performance Center (MPC) team
• Implement enhancements to the maintenance planning process to ensure that effective condition-based maintenance occurs within the assigned area
• Train the Plant maintenance planners on how to execute long, short and daily planning.
• Support planning major maintenance projects and develop capital investment recommendations with the area.  This includes preparing cost estimates and justifications for the capital plan, conducting economic and operational feasibility studies
• Support, demonstrate and facilitate the concepts of continuous improvement and learning.
• Train and assist Plants with the planning requirements of major and minor equipment outages
• Oversee the project management approach for outage planning and capital projects related to maintenance.
Educational Criteria
Bachelor’s degree desired; a related technical or business field preferred

Holcim (US) Inc., with annual sales of over $1 billion, is one of the nation’s leading manufacturers and suppliers of cement and mineral components. Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, the company is a subsidiary of Holcim Ltd, of Switzerland, one of the world’s leading suppliers of cement, aggregates (gravel and sand), concrete and construction-related services.
Holcim is a nationwide presence in the U.S. cement industry with 15 manufacturing facilities and over 70 distribution terminals that supply close to 15 million metric tons of cement and mineral components annually. Holcim is committed to conducting its operations in a manner that balances environmental, social and economic needs, and is a recognized industry leader in sustainable development.

To be considered for this position, qualified candidates can submit their resume on-line at http://www.holcim.com/US or e-mail address and reference CAAR502858 in the subject line of the e-mail.

An Equal Opportunity Employer