MKB Company · 2 weeks ago
Reliability, Systems, and Safety Engineering Manager
Covington, GA, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$105K/yr - $135K/yr
3+ years expMKB Company is a fast-growing industrial manufacturer with a commitment to innovation, customer service, and operational excellence. The Reliability, Systems, and Safety Engineering Manager is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the company's machinery and industrial systems while leading a small team and driving continuous improvement across safety and reliability programs.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the company-wide owner of the safety program, setting strategy, standards, and expectations across all facilities
Lead and manage the Safety Partnership with Lancaster Safety, including planning, audits, training initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts
Ensure safety programs and protocols align with OSHA, ANSI, and other applicable regulatory and industry standards
Partner with Plant Managers and the Safety Manager to drive consistent safety practices, hazard mitigation, and corrective actions across all locations
Support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions
Promote a strong safety culture by embedding safety considerations into system design, maintenance strategies, and daily operations
Conduct reliability analysis on industrial machinery, facilities, and automated controls across all sites
Develop and implement predictive and preventive maintenance strategies using sensor data, CMMS, and IoT platforms
Perform FMEA for mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic components
Define system requirements for integrated industrial equipment and production systems
Validate and verify equipment performance against manufacturer specifications and operational standards
Derive, develop, and manage the Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) program across the full lifecycle
Apply Reliability & Maintainability (R&M) engineering principles within a systems engineering framework
Perform MTBF, MTBCF, MTTR, and Operational Availability analyses to improve uptime and asset performance
Proactively identify potential failures, assess risk and impact, and implement cost-effective solutions to reduce downtime, improve safety, and enhance operational efficiency
Provide direct leadership and oversight for Facilities & Safety Manager (Belleville) and Fab Shop Manager (Minnesota)
Establish clear goals, expectations, and accountability for team members aligned with company priorities
Coach, develop, and support managers to strengthen leadership capability, technical expertise, and cross-site collaboration
Foster strong partnerships with Plant Managers, Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Safety teams
Support workforce development through training, mentoring, and knowledge sharing related to reliability, systems, and safety
Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and Leadership to support capital projects, equipment upgrades, and facility improvements
Provide technical and safety input on new equipment, automation, and process changes
Support standardization of systems, processes, and best practices across multiple locations
Other duties may be assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Agricultural, Electrical, or Systems Engineering
3–5 years of experience in reliability, systems, or safety engineering within industrial or agricultural environments
Demonstrated experience supporting or leading safety programs in a manufacturing or industrial setting
CMRP certification and proficiency with CMMS software
Familiarity with industrial machinery, automation, and IoT-based monitoring systems
Knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, ISO 13849, and other applicable safety standards
Strong analytical skills and experience with reliability tools (e.g., ReliaSoft, MATLAB)
Ability to travel 60–70% within the region
Preferred
Master's degree in Agricultural, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering
Certification in Reliability Engineering (CRE) or Functional Safety (CFSP)
Prior people-management or team-lead experience
Experience partnering with third-party safety consultants or safety service providers
Background in multi-site manufacturing or industrial operations
Company
MKB Company
MKB Company produces sediment, erosion control, compost filter sock and dam, and dewatering products.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-12-04Acquired
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