Reliability Manager Location:

Indiana Position Type:

Full-Time Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8-hour days

Level:

Experienced Education:

Associate's Degree or Higher Travel:

Less than 10%

Industry:

Industrial Manufacturing Position Overview We are seeking a Reliability Manager to lead equipment reliability initiatives at a large industrial manufacturing facility. This role will focus on improving equipment performance, reducing unplanned downtime, and preventing recurring equipment failures through effective preventive and predictive maintenance programs. The Reliability Manager will oversee reliability initiatives, equipment performance analysis, and failure investigation while partnering with Maintenance, Operations, and facility leadership to improve overall operational efficiency. This position combines technical expertise, data-driven problem-solving, continuous improvement, and direct team leadership. The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial maintenance and reliability, experience implementing reliability programs, and the ability to translate equipment data into practical improvements. Key Responsibilities Lead and supervise the facility's Reliability Group, including vibration monitoring, lubrication, and oil analysis activities. Develop, implement, and optimize preventive maintenance (PM) and predictive maintenance (PdM) programs. Establish maintenance schedules and develop equipment Bills of Materials (BOMs) to improve equipment uptime and maintenance effectiveness. Manage the overall facility reliability program and track performance against established goals and metrics. Analyze equipment and production data to identify trends, recurring failures, and opportunities for improvement. Lead Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent repeat failures. Collaborate with Maintenance and Operations teams to identify and resolve equipment issues affecting production. Promote preventive and predictive maintenance best practices throughout the facility. Coordinate outside contractors and specialized reliability services as needed. Monitor key performance indicators related to maintenance planning, execution, vibration analysis, and lubrication programs. Utilize maintenance management systems, production databases, and other software tools to document equipment performance and support decision-making. Provide reliability reports, data analysis, and recommendations to facility leadership. Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, cost reduction, waste reduction, equipment performance, and operational efficiency. Participate in the management on-call rotation. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred. Associate's degree in a technical field combined with significant relevant experience will be considered. Minimum of 3 years of experience in reliability, maintenance, engineering, or a related industrial environment. Strong understanding of preventive and predictive maintenance principles and practices. Experience with vibration analysis, lubrication programs, and oil analysis preferred. Experience leading or conducting Root Cause Failure Analysis. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop practical solutions to complex equipment issues. Demonstrated ability to lead teams and collaborate across Maintenance, Operations, and other departments. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related computer applications. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred. Work Authorization Candidates must be permanently authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future.