What are the responsibilities and job description for the Reliability and Quality Engineer position at Dyno Nobel, Inc.?
Responsible for driving operations reliability and quality improvements using engineering tools. You will support improvement initiatives and ensure participation from all areas of responsibility.
Who We Are
Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives-helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.
What You'll Do:
As a Reliability and Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for driving operations reliability and quality improvements using engineering tools. You will support improvement initiatives and ensure participation from all areas of responsibility. Other duties include:
- Demonstrate and/or lead the commitment to the pursuit of achieving Zero Harm through behavioral based safety
- Ensure compliance with applicable HSE performance standards, objectives and regulations
- Live and foster the Dyno Nobel Corporate Values
- Increase production reliability by driving projects to improve production uptime and quality of finished products.
- Find new and improved production processes and develop and execute a plan from inception through implementation of the project for improvement.
- Find root cause and develop and implement actions to address root cause of mechanical breakdowns and quality concerns.
- Establish baseline, develop measures/targets, and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
- Align with the Nobel Way, identify and implement framework and strategy to improve reliability and quality, directly impacting the site costs.
- Use technical know-how for making area preventative maintenance improvements and process improvements. Lead and/or implement these improvements ensuring controls in place for sustaining results.
- Employ hands-on approach to data collection, analysis, recommendations of opportunities, and implementation
- Apply statistical tools for data-driven decisions.
- Introduce innovative ideas and technologies and be a change agent to effectively implement and sustain.
What We're Looking For:
BS Degree in Engineering or related field or have comparative level of experience desired.
Six Sigma green belt preferred.
2 years of experience from manufacturing operations, possibly chemical manufacturing.
2 years of experience driving reliability and quality projects
Technically competent with knowledge of materials, failure mechanisms, fabrication and repair processes and procedures.
Familiarity with Safety and Quality Management Systems
Demonstrated ability in optimizing reliability and quality e.g. reducing failure rates, increasing uptime, increasing first pass yield, etc.
Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and team player.
What We Offer:
- 3 weeks vacation time 12 paid holidays PTO days
- Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
- Up to a 4% 401k match PLUS additional company contribution from 1% to 5% based on years of service
- Generous tuition reimbursement program
- Generous paid parental leave
- Friendly and supportive coworkers
Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere
Value People - Respect, Recognize & Reward
Think Customer. Everyone. Every day
Treat the Business as our Own
Care for the Community & our Environment
Challenge & Improve the Status Quo
Deliver on our Promises
Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
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