Maintenance and Reliability Engineer

AJM Packaging Corporation

Taylor, MI

Position Overview -

AJM Packaging Corporation, one of America’s leading manufacturers of sustainably sourced and produced paper products, including a broad range of paper plates, cups, bowls and bags, is seeking a Maintenance and Reliability Engineer to join our team. The Maintenance and Reliability Engineer will drive equipment reliability and uptime by leading preventative and predictive maintenance programs, analyzing failure and performance data, coordinating cross-functional teams and vendors, and continuously improving maintenance effectiveness, safety, and cost efficiency.

Responsibilities & Duties -

• Collaborate with operations, quality, and engineering teams to integrate Reliability & Maintainability principles during planning, commissioning, and scheduling of proactive maintenance activities.
• Lead in the Preventative Maintenance (PM) Program typically using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) for tracking and planning maintenance.
• Conduct Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and perform Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) on equipment failures to recommend and implement corrective actions.
• Implement and apply condition-based monitoring techniques—including vibration analysis, oil analysis, thermography, and ultrasonic testing—to critical production assets for predictive maintenance (PdM).
• Devises plans and programs for routine preventative maintenance and scheduled turnaround events at a production facility. Accurately defines and estimates required work requests and maintains a consistent tracking system for work orders.
• Develops inspection and survey procedures to ensure an effective preventative maintenance system is followed.
• Works closely with technicians, engineers, operations, and managers to establish a schedule of proactive maintenance activities during appropriate downtime. Utilizes planning and scheduling methods to ensure the most effective and least disruptive maintenance possible.
• Analyze equipment performance, PM data, and reliability metrics including Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), Mean Time to Repair (MTR), and Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Train and hold plant maintenance technicians accountable to PM protocols in compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and organizational safety standards.
• Mentor and train maintenance personnel on updated procedures and protocols where appropriate.
• Own, optimize and manage spare parts inventory, ensuring critical components are available to meet reliability goals and following a robust documentation, storage, retrieval and replenishment system.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers for equipment, procurement and maintenance support.
• Support capital projects by providing reliability input during design and commissioning phases.
• Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance procedures, reliability reports & equipment history.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance asset reliability and reduce maintenance costs.
• Lead/supervise maintenance staff as needed.

Minimum Requirements -

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 3-7 years in maintenance, reliability, or asset management within manufacturing, industrial, or process environments.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of reliability principles, predictive maintenance technologies, and CMMS systems.
• Proficiency in data analysis and failure investigation techniques.
• Experience with programmable logic controller (PLC), sensors, motors, gear boxes, hydraulics, pneumatics, and automation is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including communication, teamwork, problem-solving, adaptability, and time management—with the ability to apply these effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and industry standards.

Benefits -

At AJM, our comprehensive “Cafeteria Benefits Plan” and “Flexible Spending Arrangement” (FSA), truly sets us apart from the competition. Under the cafeteria plan you’ll receive a comprehensive package of company paid medical, dental, optical, life and disability insurance coverage.

Summary Of Benefits –

• Medical Insurance (BCBS)
• Dental Insurance
• Optical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Cafeteria Benefits Plan
• Flexible Spending Agreement
• Health Savings Account
• Child & Dependent Care Savings Account
• 401 K Retirement Plan (with Safe Harbor Company Match)
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance/Wellness Program
• Paid Vacations
• Paid Holiday
• Paid Sick & Personal Time
• Professional Development Program (AJM University)

About Us -

AJM was originally founded as a distributor of commercial paper, plastic and foil packaging products and related cleaning, janitorial and order processing supplies and equipment by three (3) Detroit area brothers operating out of a small warehouse in Detroit’s Eastern Market. In 1957 they built and moved into slightly larger quarters on Detroit’s southwest side, where, for the very first time, they began manufacturing their own products. Over the ensuing decades, AJM gradually evolved from its broadline distributor beginnings into a major paper products manufacturer, today employing nearly 3,000 people and operating eight (8) manufacturing and five (5) warehouse/distribution facilities strategically located throughout the United States.

Some things have undoubtedly changed since AJM was founded, but the company’s commitment to its customers and employees, alike, has not wavered and is deeply embedded in its DNA. So, too, is the founding brothers’ entrepreneurial spirit, “can do” attitude and singular focus on the value proposition that has fueled the company’s success from the very beginning. We’re still family owned and operated, still manufacturing our products in the good old USA and still providing our customers with the same reliable service and quality products they’ve come to expect from AJM for more than 75 years now.

Career Development -

At AJM, we realize we will only go as far as our employees can take us and, for that reason, we invest millions of dollars every year on both classroom and on-the-job training to develop our employees’ skills and promote a culture of learning and continuous improvement. There are no barriers to impede your progress here and no ceilings to halt your advance. You’ll control your own destiny, and we will help you reach your full potential with both in-house development programs and tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level college studies. Join our team and see where your AJM journey takes you!

For More Information -

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AJM Packaging Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin or other legally protected status.