Maintenance Reliability Engineer

Maintenance Reliability Engineer at Mowi USA Maintenance Reliability Engineer at Mowi USA in Belfast, Maine Posted in 5 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

About Mowi Mowi is the world's leading producer of sustainably farm-raised Atlantic salmon, dedicated to delivering premium seafood with a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and environmental responsibility. As a fully integrated global company, Mowi operates across the entire value chain, from feed production and farming to processing and distribution, ensuring full traceability and consistently high standards. Headquartered in Bergen, Norway, Mowi employs approximately 12,500 people across 26 countries and is publicly listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange. The company is widely recognized as a global leader in sustainability and has been ranked among the most sustainable animal protein producers by the Coller FAIRR Index. In the U.S., Mowi's operations include Ducktrap River of Maine in Belfast, ME, a flagship smoked seafood facility known for combining traditional smoking techniques with modern production practices. Ducktrap plays a key role in delivering high-quality, value-added products while supporting operational excellence and the local Maine community. Learn more about the Mowi Company at https://mowi.com/ Learn more about MOWI Brand its full range of products at https://mowisalmon.us/products/ Summary The Maintenance & Reliability Engineer is responsible for improving equipment reliability, optimizing maintenance strategies, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within a seafood manufacturing facility. This role will place a strong emphasis on maintenance planning and parts inventory management as part of the training and development process. This focus will support the long-term sustainability and efficiency of maintenance operations. Responsibilities Develop and support preventive and predictive maintenance programs. Analyze equipment performance and lead root cause failure analysis (RCFA). Improve equipment uptime, reliability, and maintenance processes. Support and enhance CMMS usage, data accuracy, and reporting. Planning & Inventory Focus Support maintenance planning, scheduling, and work order processes. Train and mentor team members on planning practices and workflow coordination. Oversee spare parts inventory, ensuring critical parts availability and accuracy. Partner with maintenance and purchasing to improve parts tracking and replenishment. Support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma). Assist with equipment upgrades, installations, and capital projects. Ensure compliance with safety, food safety (HACCP), and regulatory requirements. Capital Projects & Engineering Support Assist with equipment upgrades, installations, and capital projects Provide technical expertise for new equipment selection and commissioning Ensure equipment design meets food safety and sanitation standards Qualifications and Skills Technical Knowledge Understanding of

GMP, HACCP, SQF/BRC

standards, and

FDA/USDA

regulations. Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Experience with processing, packaging, or refrigeration systems preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and maintenance reporting tools. Core Competencies Strong planning and organizational skills. High attention to detail and documentation accuracy. Ability to work cross-functionally with Quality and Operations. Analytical and data-driven decision-making skills. Commitment to food safety and regulatory compliance. Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field. 3-5+ years of maintenance/reliability experience (food manufacturing preferred). Experience with CMMS systems and maintenance planning. Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

• All requirements and skills are considered to be essential, unless otherwise indicated
• Mowi-Ducktrap is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• The above job description is not an all-encompassing list of duties and responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Mowi-Ducktrap is a Drugfree Workplace.
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