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Maintenance Reliability Project Leader

ESCO Group LLC
Newton, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 9/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/6/2026
Location - Newton, MS

Work Arrangement - Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:15 PM Mon-Fri, some flexibility

Full Time, Onsite

What We Do At Weir

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact

You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What You’ll Do

  • Maintenance Planning & Coordination: Work directly with maintenance, planning, storeroom, and operations teams to plan, prioritize, and schedule larger and complex maintenance work plans, ensuring smooth execution and minimal disruption.
  • Job Instruction Development: Create detailed job instructions including preventative maintenance, repair procedures, troubleshooting aids, and guides to support maintenance teams.
  • Contractor Management: Coordinate and manage contractors onsite, ensuring safety compliance, scope adherence, and quality of work, while providing constructive feedback to contractors.
  • Training & Leadership: Train maintenance team leaders and technicians on systematic problem-solving techniques such as Root Cause Analysis and PDCA, fostering continuous improvement.
  • Technical Troubleshooting: Apply strong electrical and mechanical knowledge to analyze equipment failures, identify recurring issues, and lead corrective action initiatives including Kaizen events and recommendation reports.
  • Systems Navigation: Utilize CMMS, EAM systems, SAP, Oracle, SharePoint, and other digital tools to build job plans, manage documentation, and communicate effectively across departments.
  • Travel Requirements: Minimal travel expected; primarily onsite with occasional visits to related sites or vendors as needed.
  • Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

What You’ll Bring

  • 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment in a technical or project role (e.g., millwright, electrician/controls, or equivalent technical trade)
  • Proficiency with PC operations including Microsoft Suite, Oracle or SAP, and other EAM software
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to maintain composure under pressure
  • Experience leading maintenance reliability projects and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams
  • Knowledge of Root Cause Analysis, PDCA, and Kaizen methodologies
  • Familiarity with SharePoint, local file management, and technical drawings/schematics
  • Desire and ability to grow into a leadership role within maintenance and reliability functions

Benefits:

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Excellent Health / Dental / Vision Options
  • 5% 401(k) Retirement Match
  • 15 days Paid Time Off in first year
  • 11 Paid Holidays per year

Why join Weir?

We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.

We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.

We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

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