SR Manager - Reliability Manufacturing Engineer

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JOB OVERVIEW:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Develop and execute asset reliability strategies for production equipment, utilities, and facility systems.

* Perform asset criticality assessments and define risk-based maintenance strategies.

* Enhance PM/PdM programs to ensure consistent performance and equipment uptime.

* Lead structured RCAs for breakdowns, chronic downtime, and quality-related failures.

* Implement and verify effectiveness of long-term corrective actions.

* Identify reliability trends using KPIs such as MTBF, MTTR, and OEE and work with manufacturing sites to create action items from the data as appropriate.

* Manage PdM programs including vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, and ultrasound.

* Interpret condition-monitoring data and recommend proactive actions.

* Deploy Industry 4.0-based predictive technologies where applicable.

* Owns the Work Oder Lifecyle Process, Master Data governance and CMMS utilization.

*Apply RCM, FMEA, and Weibull analysis to optimize maintenance strategies and intervals.

* Improve maintenance planning, scheduling accuracy, and PM quality.

* Drive critical spares strategies and optimize inventory management.

* Lead reliability, maintenance, and continuous improvement projects from initiation through execution and closeout.

* Define project scope, budgets, timelines, risk assessments, and resource requirements.

* Manage cross-functional project teams and ensure alignment with plant priorities and operational goals.

* Oversee vendor management, equipment procurement, installation, commissioning, and startup activities.

* Ensure new equipment installations incorporate reliability, maintainability, and safety principles.

* Apply structured project management methodologies to deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget.

* Lead and facilitate CI initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, A3 and other structured problem-solving methods to drive sustainable improvements.

* Conduct Kaizen events aimed at reducing downtime, enhancing reliability, improving OEE, and eliminating waste.

* Support process optimization, debottlenecking efforts, and equipment upgrades.

* Build standardized processes, visual management, and maintenance/ops standard work.

* Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams to embed a CI mindset into daily operations.

* Serve as a technical leader for reliability, maintenance excellence, and continuous improvement.

* Mentor technicians, engineers, and operators on reliability and CI methodologies.

* Communicate equipment health, risks, and improvement plans effectively across all levels of the organization.

* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field.

* 10+ years of experience in reliability, maintenance, or engineering within a manufacturing environment.

* Strong maintenance management experience, including planning, scheduling, PM/PdM program oversight, and team partnership.

* Deep understanding of mechanical, electrical, rotating equipment, pneumatics, hydraulics, and automation systems.

* Hands-on expertise with CMMS/EAM systems such as SAP, Maximo, or Infor.

* Experience applying RCM, RCA, FMEA, and TPM methodologies.

* Proficiency with predictive maintenance tools (vibration, thermography, oil analysis, ultrasound).

* Proven practitioner of Continuous Improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, 5S, DMAIC, and A3.

* Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional improvement initiatives aimed at increasing OEE and reducing downtime.

* Professional certifications such as CMRP, CRE, LSS Green/Black Belt, or TPM Practitioner.

* Experience supervising or mentoring maintenance or reliability personnel.

* Experience deploying maintenance and reliability excellence programs.

* Knowledge of Industry 4.0 technologies and data-driven reliability tools.

* Experience in high-volume or continuous-process manufacturing environments.

WHY BLUE DIAMOND?

In addition to working at the world's largest, state-of-the-art almond manufacturer, we offer a safe and collaborative team environment, with numerous opportunities for free training and career advancement. Check out the BDG Benefits, Health & Wellness GuideHERE .

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