{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b0ec4f53dfcbee228f7ca721","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b0ec4f53dfcbee228f7ca721","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b0ec4f53dfcbee228f7ca721","title":"Reliability Engineer","description":"Position Summary\n\nThe Reliability Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of a dairy manufacturing facility by utilizing technology to make data driven decisions and implement robust solutions to systemically improve plant uptime. This position supports the production process by minimizing downtime, ensuring safety, and maintaining compliance with industry standards.\n\nThis position reports directly to the Reliability Engineering Manager and works closely with Plant Maintenance and Engineering personnel.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nDesign and implement solutions that address issues impacting equipment reliability.\nConduct regular inspections of equipment and facilities to identify potential issues and ensure optimal operation.\nWork closely with Maintenance Technicians to train and lead troubleshooting events when necessary.\nManage projects related to reliability improvement initiatives including scope development, planning, execution, closeout, and sustainability of improvements.\nAdhere to safety regulations, protocols, and company standards, including OSHA requirements, to maintain a safe working environment.\nProactively recommend and assist with implementing improvements to maintenance procedures, standards, and policies.\nWhen requested, document project activities, inspections, and schedule, and report to appropriate stakeholders.\nCollaborate with other departments and maintenance team members to coordinate tasks and share knowledge.\nDevelop training, progression strategies, and curriculum for maintenance and engineering leadership, reliability engineers, and maintenance technicians.\nRemain current with industry trends, best practices, and new technologies related to reliability engineering and maintenance.\nRespond to emergency situations as required, including instances that occur outside of normal working hours.\nAct as key technological resource in assisting with long-term equipment commissioning as assigned.\n\nOther duties as assigned.\n\nQualifications and Requirements\n\nEducation and Experience\n\nHigh school diploma or equivalent required.\nTechnical certifications in electrical controls and diagnostics are highly desirable.\nStrong mechanical aptitude and demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex problems.\nPrior experience in an industrial or food production facility, particularly in dairy manufacturing.\nFamiliarity with the unique maintenance challenges and regulatory requirements in food production environments.\nExperience in using a CMMS to manage and prioritize maintenance tasks.\nExperience editing and creating PLC and HMI programs. (Allen Bradley/Rockwell Automation Preferred)\nReliability Engineer Certification with accredited organization is preferred.\n\nSkills and Competencies\n\nProficiency in general maintenance tasks, including plumbing, precision mechanical, and electrical repairs.\nExcellent communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with management and colleagues.\nAbility to work independently or as part of a team.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and creatively to identify and implement solutions.\nMicrosoft Office skills including advanced knowledge of Excel functionality and Excel addons for data analysis and presentation.\nExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with company-wide cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and creatively to identify and implement solutions.\n\nCompany Overview\n\nDaisy Brand is the market leader in two billion-dollar categories – sour cream and cottage cheese. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, we’ve earned the trust of Americans through consistency and quality across five generations as a family-owned company. Our success has been guided by a simple belief: good food, much like good work, starts with integrity. That mindset continues to shape how we make our products, run our business, and support the people behind the brand.\n\nAt Daisy Brand, tradition and innovation go hand in hand. We invest thoughtfully in advancements that strengthen our products and operations, supporting responsible, long-term growth. In 2025, we broke ground on a new manufacturing facility in Boone, Iowa, further strengthening our supply chain alongside our established plants in Garland, Texas; Casa Grande, Arizona; and Wooster, Ohio. Looking ahead, our state-of-the-art Innovation Center, opening in 2026, will bring together research, food science, culinary, and technology teams to shape the future of our products. Recent work from these teams includes the development of the squeeze pouch and new line of dips, reflecting an intentional approach to modernization while staying true to the quality our consumers expect.\n\nAt the heart of Daisy Brand is its people. The company is intentionally structured to be collaborative and accessible, with an entrepreneurial mindset encouraged at every level. We hire with the goal of building long-term careers and provide an environment where employees are trusted to think critically, take initiative, and continue learning. Growth here isn’t accidental; it’s actively supported and shared.\n\nTo support our employees and their families, Daisy Brand offers a people-first benefits package that includes:\n\nA no deductible, $0 premium option for employee only medical coverage\nAccess to virtual healthcare and wellness programs\nA 401(k) program with company match, plus weekly safe harbor and annual profit-sharing contributions\nCompany paid short and long-term disability coverage and 2x annual salary in life and AD&D insurance\nFour weeks of paid time off, plus 20 hours of floating holidays in your first full year of employment\nAnnual rollover and payout options for any unused paid time off\nPaid time for volunteering and community involvement\nTuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities\nFitness and wellness incentives\nAnd more.\n\nDaisy Brand is a nicotine-free company. Daisy Brand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and disabled encouraged to apply.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities\nThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.","company":"Daisy Brand","rawCompany":"daisy brand","city":"Ames","state":"IA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-22T11:30:04.972Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2112.00","title":"Industrial Engineers","slug":"industrial-engineers"},{"code":"49-9041.00","title":"Industrial Machinery Mechanics","slug":"industrial-machinery-mechanics"},{"code":"49-2094.00","title":"Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment","slug":"electrical-and-electronics-repairers-commercial-and-industrial-equipment"}],"industries":[{"code":"311513","title":"Cheese Manufacturing","slug":"cheese-manufacturing"},{"code":"311514","title":"Dry, Condensed, and Evaporated Dairy Product Manufacturing","slug":"dry-condensed-and-evaporated-dairy-product-manufacturing"},{"code":"311511","title":"Fluid Milk Manufacturing","slug":"fluid-milk-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Reliability Engineer","description":"Position Summary\n\nThe Reliability Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of a dairy manufacturing facility by utilizing technology to make data driven decisions and implement robust solutions to systemically improve plant uptime. This position supports the production process by minimizing downtime, ensuring safety, and maintaining compliance with industry standards.\n\nThis position reports directly to the Reliability Engineering Manager and works closely with Plant Maintenance and Engineering personnel.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nDesign and implement solutions that address issues impacting equipment reliability.\nConduct regular inspections of equipment and facilities to identify potential issues and ensure optimal operation.\nWork closely with Maintenance Technicians to train and lead troubleshooting events when necessary.\nManage projects related to reliability improvement initiatives including scope development, planning, execution, closeout, and sustainability of improvements.\nAdhere to safety regulations, protocols, and company standards, including OSHA requirements, to maintain a safe working environment.\nProactively recommend and assist with implementing improvements to maintenance procedures, standards, and policies.\nWhen requested, document project activities, inspections, and schedule, and report to appropriate stakeholders.\nCollaborate with other departments and maintenance team members to coordinate tasks and share knowledge.\nDevelop training, progression strategies, and curriculum for maintenance and engineering leadership, reliability engineers, and maintenance technicians.\nRemain current with industry trends, best practices, and new technologies related to reliability engineering and maintenance.\nRespond to emergency situations as required, including instances that occur outside of normal working hours.\nAct as key technological resource in assisting with long-term equipment commissioning as assigned.\n\nOther duties as assigned.\n\nQualifications and Requirements\n\nEducation and Experience\n\nHigh school diploma or equivalent required.\nTechnical certifications in electrical controls and diagnostics are highly desirable.\nStrong mechanical aptitude and demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex problems.\nPrior experience in an industrial or food production facility, particularly in dairy manufacturing.\nFamiliarity with the unique maintenance challenges and regulatory requirements in food production environments.\nExperience in using a CMMS to manage and prioritize maintenance tasks.\nExperience editing and creating PLC and HMI programs. (Allen Bradley/Rockwell Automation Preferred)\nReliability Engineer Certification with accredited organization is preferred.\n\nSkills and Competencies\n\nProficiency in general maintenance tasks, including plumbing, precision mechanical, and electrical repairs.\nExcellent communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with management and colleagues.\nAbility to work independently or as part of a team.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and creatively to identify and implement solutions.\nMicrosoft Office skills including advanced knowledge of Excel functionality and Excel addons for data analysis and presentation.\nExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with company-wide cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and creatively to identify and implement solutions.\n\nCompany Overview\n\nDaisy Brand is the market leader in two billion-dollar categories – sour cream and cottage cheese. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, we’ve earned the trust of Americans through consistency and quality across five generations as a family-owned company. Our success has been guided by a simple belief: good food, much like good work, starts with integrity. That mindset continues to shape how we make our products, run our business, and support the people behind the brand.\n\nAt Daisy Brand, tradition and innovation go hand in hand. We invest thoughtfully in advancements that strengthen our products and operations, supporting responsible, long-term growth. In 2025, we broke ground on a new manufacturing facility in Boone, Iowa, further strengthening our supply chain alongside our established plants in Garland, Texas; Casa Grande, Arizona; and Wooster, Ohio. Looking ahead, our state-of-the-art Innovation Center, opening in 2026, will bring together research, food science, culinary, and technology teams to shape the future of our products. Recent work from these teams includes the development of the squeeze pouch and new line of dips, reflecting an intentional approach to modernization while staying true to the quality our consumers expect.\n\nAt the heart of Daisy Brand is its people. The company is intentionally structured to be collaborative and accessible, with an entrepreneurial mindset encouraged at every level. We hire with the goal of building long-term careers and provide an environment where employees are trusted to think critically, take initiative, and continue learning. Growth here isn’t accidental; it’s actively supported and shared.\n\nTo support our employees and their families, Daisy Brand offers a people-first benefits package that includes:\n\nA no deductible, $0 premium option for employee only medical coverage\nAccess to virtual healthcare and wellness programs\nA 401(k) program with company match, plus weekly safe harbor and annual profit-sharing contributions\nCompany paid short and long-term disability coverage and 2x annual salary in life and AD&D insurance\nFour weeks of paid time off, plus 20 hours of floating holidays in your first full year of employment\nAnnual rollover and payout options for any unused paid time off\nPaid time for volunteering and community involvement\nTuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities\nFitness and wellness incentives\nAnd more.\n\nDaisy Brand is a nicotine-free company. Daisy Brand is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and disabled encouraged to apply.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities\nThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.","datePosted":"2026-08-22T11:30:04.972Z","dateModified":"2026-08-22T11:30:04.972Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Daisy Brand","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Ames","addressRegion":"IA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"b0ec4f53dfcbee228f7ca721"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b0ec4f53dfcbee228f7ca721"}}