Product Reliability Specialist

Company: John Bean Technologies Corporation ("JBT Corporati
Location: Orlando
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

John Bean Technologies Corporation (JBT) is a leading global technology solutions provider to high-value segments of the food and beverage industry with focus on proteins, liquid foods, and automated guided vehicles. JBT designs, produces, and services sophisticated products and systems for multi-national and regional food companies through its FoodTech segment. JBT also sells critical equipment and services to domestic and international air transportation customers through its AeroTech segment.JBT AeroTech manufactures and services airport ground support equipment (plane de-icers, aircraft tow vehicles and cargo loading systems), airport gate equipment (Jetway brand), and military equipment.The Product Reliability Specialist will develop test procedures, execute test procedures, and work with manufacturing and engineering teams to enhance reliability and customer satisfaction of JBT airport ground support equipment. Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain operational test procedures that ensure long term reliability of JBT products
• Safely perform operational testing of large, mobile, airport ground support equipment certified as ready for delivery to the final customer
• Enter issues found from testing into shared production database, develop reporting tools to track frequent issues
• Work with manufacturing to prevent defects and ensure product reliability
• Work together with engineering to ensure reliability on new products and enhance reliability on existing products
• Analyze data from manufacturing, field service, and warranty, to constantly improve the effectiveness of operational test process
• Assign ownership of non-conforming issues and drive internal corrective actions
• Track and report internal corrective action progress
• Attend relevant GEMBA meetings to report issues at the team level
• Review product manuals for errors and effectiveness
• Ability to work productively and cohesively in a diverse and multicultural environment Qualifications Education and Experience:
  • High school diploma
  • Ten (or more) years of hands-on mechanical experience
  • Five (or more) years of operational testing and troubleshooting
  • Proven ability to operate large, mobile equipment within a confined manufacturing environmentAdditional Training: The following in-house training will be required:
    • Operation of JBT equipment in the confined spaces of a manufacturing environment
    • Safety and shop practices
    • JBT work instructions
    • Various software packages
    • Other training as neededOTHER INFORMATIONSpecial Information (Travel required, physical requirements, work environment, supervisor responsibilities, safety and so on):
      • Work Environment- While this position is primarily in an office setting, extensive exposure and work in the manufacturing facility will be required. Visits to manufacturing and test areas will result in exposure to high noise levels, hot or cold ambient temperatures, congested work spaces and the exposure to potentially hazardous work environments normally associated with heavy duty manufacturing activities.
      • Travel Requirements - Domestic and international travel will not be required.
      • Physical Demands- Exposure to daytime temperatures at the JBT plant in Orlando, FL, climbing ladders, working on machines, and working at heights other than ground level. Valid driver's license and ability to safely drive and operate JBT products required.
      • Supervisor Responsibilities- This position has no direct reports. However, extensive team leadership and peer mentoring will be required.
      • Relationship Responsibilities- Regular communication with internal customers, design teams, and management. Regular communication with vendors, customers, and outside service providers. Regular communication with management concerning project status and schedules.This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees of JBT AeroTech are expected to perform tasks as assigned by supervisory personnel, regardless of job title or routine job duties.ABOUT JBT AEROTECHWe believe that work should be fun as well as challenging. That's why the company offers the best of both worlds - the growth potential of a company with a developing technology that is unique in its field, plus frequent company-sponsored events and a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage + a 401K plan. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERIt is the policy of JBT Corporation to provide equal opportunity for qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law at the JBT Corporation location to which this application is submitted. In addition, as a Federal Government contractor, JBT Corporation is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact the local Human Resources department. EOE-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesIf you have a disability or impairment that prevents you from completing the online application, please seek the assistance of your local employment services agency. JBT maintains active relationships with local employment services agencies, and they have pledged their support in assisting any applicant needing help in applying. To find information on agencies throughout the United States, please go to You may also call Megan Centers at if your disability or impairment prevents you from applying online. NOTE: Do not use this number unless you need assistance because of a disability or impairment. The personnel attending this phone line will not be able to give you a status update regarding your application and will not be the individuals making a decision regarding your employment.

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