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Koch Industries

Reliability Technician

Sweetwater, TX · On-site

$36/hr

The Reliability Technician ensures the safety, reliability, maintenance, and performance of ... Experience using a computerized maintenance management system such as MOE, MP2 * Experience ...

Brooksource

Special Project Manager

Abilene, TX · On-site

... reliability improvements, and complex break-fix projects while ensuring minimal disruption to ... Manage multiple infrastructure projects from planning through execution and closeout. * Lead post ...

OakTree Staffing

Operations Manager

Abilene, TX · On-site

Work closely with maintenance personnel to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime ... Manage workforce scheduling and staffing requirements across multiple locations. * Assist with ...

Black Box

Logistics Manager

Abilene, TX · On-site

Job Summary The Logistics Manager supports the Sr. Logistics Manager for end-to-end logistics ... outstanding reliability and fail-safe security. We deliver high-value technology services and ...

Wendy's

Wendy's Shift Manager

Abilene, TX

$13/hr

Wendy's Shift Manager - Now Hiring Join the Divine Bliss Management team at Wendy's! We're looking ... Lead by example with punctuality , reliability, and strong work ethic * Follow uniform and ...

Wendy's

Wendy's Shift Manager

Sweetwater, TX

$13/hr

Wendy's Shift Manager - Now Hiring Join the Divine Bliss Management team at Wendy's! We're looking ... Lead by example with punctuality , reliability, and strong work ethic * Follow uniform and ...

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How much do reliability manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for reliability manager in Merkel, TX is $112,773.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,700.00 and $134,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a reliability manager do?

A Reliability Manager is responsible for ensuring that equipment, processes, and systems operate efficiently and consistently to minimize downtime and maximize performance. They develop and implement reliability strategies, conduct root cause analyses, and oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs. Their role involves working closely with maintenance teams, engineers, and production staff to improve asset reliability and extend equipment lifespan. Additionally, they analyze failure data, recommend improvements, and help optimize operational costs through reliability-centered maintenance practices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a reliability manager?

A Reliability Manager needs strong analytical skills, a solid background in engineering or maintenance, and experience with reliability-centered maintenance methodologies. Familiarity with tools like Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and certifications such as Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) are often required. Leadership, problem-solving, and the ability to communicate complex technical information clearly are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills help ensure equipment uptime, optimize maintenance processes, and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.

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Reliability Technician

Koch Industries

Sweetwater, TX • On-site

$36/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Koch Industries rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

136th of 545 rated manufacturers

Job description

Your Job
Our Georgia-Pacific Gypsum facility located in Sweetwater, TX is seeking an experienced Reliability Technician. The Reliability Technician ensures the safety, reliability, maintenance, and performance of production assets. This position creates value by ensuring the reliability of the equipment to help meet and exceed the facility's goals for quality and production. This will be done through providing technical support for ongoing maintenance problems, new equipment, and project inspection/commissioning in accordance with plant policies and procedures.
Why Join Us?
Work as a part of a team committed to safety and production excellence. Opportunities for long-term growth and fulfillment in a supportive environment. Contribute to a team that encourages critical thinking, driving initiative, and working collaboratively.
Compensation:
  • This role starts at $36/hour and up depending on experience
  • $5000 Sign-On Bonus
  • Relocation benefits may be available

Schedule
  • Monday-Friday, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm, with overtime weekends and Holidays as needed.

Our Team
Our Sweetwater facility has a long-standing history of producing gypsum wallboard for a wide range of customers. Georgia-Pacific's Building Products division is consistently ranked among the nation's top suppliers to major warehouse retailers and building materials dealers.
  • To learn more about our Building Products division, visit: www.buildgp.com
  • To explore our gypsum products, visit: www.gpgypsum.com

What You Will Do
  • Perform monthly vibration analysis
  • Provide technical support for ongoing maintenance problems, new equipment, and project inspection/commissioning.
  • Developing and implementing plans to improve reliability based on findings from investigations
  • Collaborate with various teams to enhance reliability program and determine the appropriate corrective actions for each situation, such as replacing equipment or implementing new safety procedures
  • Analyze and identify potential causes of equipment failure to prevent future problems
  • Perform physical tasks including bending, stooping, moving between different levels, lifting objects up to 50 lbs. from ground level, manually transporting loads up to 75 lbs., and applying up to 100-foot pounds of torque
  • Working at different heights, with potential tasks performed in standing, sitting, lying down, crouched, or kneeling positions.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
  • Experience in vibration monitoring, calibration, and using precision alignment tools for vibration analysis

What Will Put You Ahead
  • Experience using a computerized maintenance management system such as MOE, MP2
  • Experience utilizing computer software programs such as Microsoft Office
  • Degree in engineering, maintenance, or related field
  • Certificate of Level 1 or Level 2 Vibration Analysis
  • Prior Gypsum manufacturing experience

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).

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