Reliability Manager Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Purpose of Role

The role of the Reliability Manager is to safely lead the maintenance and tooling teams to provide both reactive and proactive, multi-skilled maintenance on all equipment in a plastic injection molding manufacturing facility. This position functions as the local champion and administrator for the Plant CMMS (UpKeep) and is responsible for leveraging that system to oversee the adherence and timely completion of all work carried out by technical personnel. This individual is responsible for continuous improvement plans to drive Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and minimize meantime between failures.

Areas of Accountabilities

Preventive Maintenance Management and Compliance

• Maximize equipment availability while balancing cost, technician structure, and technician skillset.
• Lead preventive and reactive maintenance of all mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic equipment. (Injection Molding Machines, Molds, Extruders, Robots, Air Compressors, Vacuum Conveying Systems, Water Systems, HVAC, Fire Suppression, and Alarm Systems.)
• Utilize root cause analysis tools to identify and resolve reoccurring downtime and inefficient operational issues.
• Support the implementation of National best practices and reliability improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain monthly and annual budgets.
• Support and recommend improvement to the preventive maintenance program.
• Utilize CMMS to manage and optimize staff workflow as well as spare part inventory.
• Drive kaizen events and provide facility maintenance and installation support to complete lean manufacturing efforts.

Department Development and Communication Strategies

• Deliver performance reviews, skills development programs and training to ensure that technical departments are aligned and have the proper skills to build organizational capability.
• Mentor the maintenance and tooling teams to think strategically about risk prevention and long-term resolution of equipment and maintenance problems.
• Maintain adequate spare parts inventory to minimize equipment downtime.
• Manage the Maintenance and Tooling department work to ensure it is completed with a strong commitment to safety, and in alignment with established SOPs, Work Instructions, and Company Values.
• Demonstrate safety leadership by taking immediate action to resolve safety concerns with the local and national operations team.
• Partner with your Human Capital Business Partner and Plant Manager to follow hiring best practices prior to posting job openings within your team, and support the growth and retention of our people.

Facility and Contractor Management

• Manage outside contractors to repair, refurbish, or install building systems and equipment on schedule as needed.
• Ensure all outside contractors and vendors adhere to the Avetta insurance requirements and company safety protocols.
• Oversee the repair of all building issues in accordance with company standards.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering preferred or a minimum 8+ years of technical management experience required.
• CMRP certification is a plus.
• Proven ability to utilize root cause analysis techniques for problem solving.
• Proven ability to develop and implement processes from ground up.
• Familiar with UpKeep or other CMMS to drive work orders is beneficial.
• Mechanical and electrical basic tool experience (hand wrenches, torque, caliper, pipe wrenches, power tools, air tools, hydraulic tools)
• Basic understanding of mechanical assemblies (conveyors, sprockets, belts, pulleys, gearboxes, centrifugal pumps, vacuum pumps)
• Basic knowledge of electrical components (480V/220V, fuses, relays, contactors, motors)
• Able to read Hydraulic and Electrical schematics.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs.

Why Rehrig Pacific?
Rehrig Pacific is a leading manufacturer of integrated sustainable solutions for the supply chain and environmental waste industries with a diverse customer list of industry leaders. We provide end-to-end solutions including returnable plastic products, delivery lifts and sleds, technology to track those assets, and a service team to ensure their longevity. Our team is dedicated to the values, mission, and unique culture within our organization that celebrates our people. We believe in fostering an environment where employees can be their authentic selves and know that they are viewed as integral members of the Rehrig Pacific Family.