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CNC Machine Tools Reliability Engineer

Our client is a leading manufacturing company committed to delivering high-quality products and services to our military and commercial aircraft engine customers. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Reliability Engineer to join our team and ensure the optimal performance and uptime of our CNC machine tools. As a Reliability Engineer, you will play a crucial role in Digital Manufacturing support maximizing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and achieving Total Predictive Maintenance (TPM) objectives to enhance the efficiency and reliability of our client's production processes. Location: Boston, MA (Greater Boston area)

Responsibilities

• Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) Improvement:
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, maintenance, and engineering, to identify OEE improvement opportunities.
• Analyze historical data and performance metrics to identify root causes of machine downtime, inefficiencies, and production bottlenecks.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize OEE, aiming to increase machine availability, performance, and quality.
• Machine Uptime Enhancement:
• Establish and manage a comprehensive machine uptime monitoring system to track and report downtime events accurately.
• Lead efforts to reduce unplanned downtime by implementing preventive and predictive maintenance techniques.
• Conduct thorough root cause analyses for critical machine failures and develop strategies to prevent recurrence.
• Total Predictive Maintenance (TPM) Implementation:
• Design and execute a TPM program to monitor and maintain CNC machine tools regularly.
• Develop preventive maintenance schedules and procedures to ensure the reliability and longevity of machine components.
• Integrate predictive maintenance technologies, such as vibration analysis and thermal imaging, to proactively identify and address potential issues.
• Reliability Testing and Analysis:
• Develop and oversee reliability testing protocols to assess the performance and endurance of new CNC machine tools.
• Analyze test results and provide recommendations to engineering and procurement teams for selecting reliable and robust equipment.
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives:
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to optimize CNC machine tools' performance and reliability.
• Drive reliability-focused projects to enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness for the manufacturing processes.
• Training and Development:
• Provide training and guidance to maintenance and production teams on best practices for maximizing CNC machine tools' reliability.
• Foster a culture of proactive maintenance and reliability excellence across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. Proven experience as a Reliability Engineer or similar role in a manufacturing environment, specifically with CNC machine tools. In-depth knowledge of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) principles and practices. Familiarity with Total Predictive Maintenance (TPM) concepts and implementation. Proficiency in analyzing data and using reliability analysis tools. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to conduct root cause analyses effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Self-motivated with a strong drive for continuous improvement and reliability excellence.