Reliability Engineer
Build Your Career with an Industry
Leader
As the global leader of premium labels,
Multi-Color Corporation (MCC) helps brands stand out in competitive
markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a
century of printing expertise, MCC is focused on the
future—developing consumer-driven innovations and sustainable
packaging solutions. Working for our team, you can truly make a
difference.
Position Objective
The Reliability Engineer is a key
driver of MCC’s Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
strategy—responsible for building equipment reliability and asset
care systems that enable world-class manufacturing performance.
This role leads the analysis, design, and
execution of preventive and predictive maintenance programs, while
embedding TPM principles across all facility and utility systems.
The Reliability Engineer partners closely with Maintenance,
Operations, and Continuous Improvement teams to establish a culture
of autonomous maintenance, equipment ownership, and proactive
problem prevention.
By developing standard
work, training, and data-driven reliability programs, this position
ensures our plants operate safely, efficiently, and with minimal
unplanned downtime—directly supporting MCC’s operational excellence
and lean transformation goals.
Why Work at MCC
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package including
medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
Paid
holidays including New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July,
Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
Opportunity to be part of a global leader in
sustainable packaging and drive TPM excellence that transforms how
our sites operate.
Responsibilities
Total
Productive Maintenance (TPM) Leadership
Serve as a TPM subject
matter expert, driving implementation of MCC’s TPM pillars (Focused
Improvement, Autonomous Maintenance, Planned Maintenance, Early
Equipment Management, and Skills Development).
Partner with plant leadership to design and
execute site-specific TPM deployment roadmaps and maturity
assessments.
Lead cross-functional kaizen
events to identify equipment losses, eliminate chronic issues, and
improve OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness).
Coach maintenance and operations teams in
root cause analysis, condition-based monitoring, and daily
equipment care standards.
Champion Autonomous
Maintenance by training operators in basic inspection, cleaning,
and lubrication activities to increase equipment ownership and
engagement.
Develop and track key performance
indicators (KPIs) for reliability, including MTBF (Mean Time
Between Failures), MTTR (Mean Time To Repair), and OEE.
Preventive &
Predictive Maintenance
Ensure all equipment meets MCC safety, quality, and operational
standards.
Lead the development and execution
of robust preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
Audit and improve AssetEssentials (or other
CMMS) data accuracy, utilization, and reporting to enable effective
decision-making.
Analyze failure modes,
equipment histories, and maintenance data to identify improvement
opportunities.
Partner with engineering and
operations to plan equipment upgrades or replacements to improve
reliability.
Mentor and coach Maintenance
teams to build a proactive, data-driven reliability mindset.
Training & Capability
Building
Design and
facilitate training programs for maintenance and production
personnel on TPM, equipment care, and reliability fundamentals.
Develop standard work and visual controls to
support consistent maintenance practices across MCC sites.
Collaborate with Corporate Standards
Committees to align training content with global TPM deployment and
corporate best practices.
Communicate
training plans and progress to site leadership, ensuring
accountability and alignment to TPM goals.
Travel
Travel may be required up to 75%,
including daily, overnight, or extended stays based on business
needs (e.g., 10 days on / 4 days off). Travel frequency will be
determined by the supervisor based on TPM, preventive maintenance,
and training priorities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s
degree in Engineering, Maintenance Management, Facility Management,
or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
Minimum 10 years of reliability, maintenance,
or operations experience in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated expertise implementing Total
Productive Maintenance (TPM) or similar reliability-centered
maintenance systems.
Strong knowledge of
mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Proven success leading maintenance teams and
improving equipment performance in a lean manufacturing setting.
Experience facilitating TPM kaizens, OEE
improvement projects, or AM / PM pillar activities.
Familiarity with CMMS (AssetEssentials or
equivalent) and maintenance data analytics.
Preferred Skills
Proven ability to lead
TPM deployment or coach site teams through TPM maturity stages.
able to identify patterns in maintenance data and drive systemic
solutions.
Excellent written and verbal
communication skills; ability to train and engage employees at all
levels.
Advanced Excel or data visualization
skills for performance tracking and analysis.
Self-motivated, results-oriented, and capable of managing multiple
priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated understanding of Lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, SMED,
and Standard Work.
Confident decision-maker
with a collaborative, hands-on approach to problem solving.
Physical Requirements
Regularly works in a manufacturing
environment; must be comfortable standing for extended periods and
navigating production areas. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. and
wear required personal protective equipment (hearing, eye, and foot
protection). Occasional work in an office environment, using
computers and communication tools. Flexibility to work varying
shifts or schedules as business needs dictate. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform essential functions.
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For over a century, Multi-Color Corporation (MCC) has crafted
premium labels for the world’s most iconic and recognizable brands.
Our labels elevate emotional connections with consumers and help
brands stand out in competitive markets. Honoring our rich history
as a market leader, we focus on the future by developing
sustainable packaging solutions and consumer-driven innovations.
MCC
combines global reach with the personalized touch of local service
through our network of facilities across 25+ countries. More than
12,000 teammates come together to make our industry-leading work
possible and bring our True Colors to life. Join us at MCC, where
every product is Labeled with Care.
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If you
need assistance or an accommodation in applying, please contact our
Human Resources Department at recruiting@mcclabel.com .
Multi-Color is committed to providing equal employment
opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or
any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Reliability Engineer • Knoxville, TN, Knox County, TN; Tennessee, United States