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Reliability Manager Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

The Reliability Manager is a key leader in building and leading change at the Clinton facility. They are considered a leader in the operations management team and are responsible for driving step ...

The Reliability Manager is a key leader in building and leading change at the Clinton facility. They are considered a leader in the operations management team and are responsible for driving step ...

Reliability Leader (DeWitt, IA) Job Overview: As the Reliability Leader, you will lead all ... Manage maintenance crib inventory, ensuring critical parts and materials are available while ...

Principal Reliability Advisor - Des Moines, IA This is a permanent, full-time, exempt-level ... management. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who is passionate about safety, a critical ...

Principal Reliability Advisor - Cedar Rapids, IA This is a permanent, full-time, exempt-level ... management. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who is passionate about safety, a critical ...

Reliability Engineer

Nevada, IA · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

## Reliability EngineerApplylocations: Valmy, NVtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob ... This role will focus on leading the mine in loss elimination, risk management and life cycle asset ...

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How much do reliability manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for reliability manager in Iowa is $110,352.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,800.00 and $131,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a reliability manager do?

A Reliability Manager is responsible for ensuring that equipment, processes, and systems operate efficiently and consistently to minimize downtime and maximize performance. They develop and implement reliability strategies, conduct root cause analyses, and oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs. Their role involves working closely with maintenance teams, engineers, and production staff to improve asset reliability and extend equipment lifespan. Additionally, they analyze failure data, recommend improvements, and help optimize operational costs through reliability-centered maintenance practices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a reliability manager?

A Reliability Manager needs strong analytical skills, a solid background in engineering or maintenance, and experience with reliability-centered maintenance methodologies. Familiarity with tools like Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and certifications such as Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) are often required. Leadership, problem-solving, and the ability to communicate complex technical information clearly are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills help ensure equipment uptime, optimize maintenance processes, and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.

What are the most commonly searched types of Reliability jobs in Iowa?

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What cities in Iowa are hiring for Reliability Manager jobs?

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Infographic showing various Reliability Manager job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,352 per year, or $53.1 per hour.

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Maintenance Reliability Manager - Clinton, IA 
This is an exempt level position.
Position Summary: The Reliability Manager is a key leader in building and leading change at the Clinton facility. They are considered a leader in the operations management team and are responsible for driving step change improvement of plant reliability while also championing the continued move from reactive to proactive maintenance. They will apply their knowledge and experience to ensure continuous improvement to optimize the company's physical assets and maintenance and reliability processes and strategies.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Deploy the equipment reliability strategy
  • Supports development of asset management strategy that aligns with business needs
  • Supports the maintenance organization with clear roles and responsibilities.
  • Supports plant maintenance team to optimize plant resources to improve efficiencies through reliability processes.
  • Ensure a deep understanding of current standard methodologies (reliability elements) in the reliability and maintenance industry and deploy those agreed upon standards
  • Define and drive reliability metrics and KPI's in support of operational goals while improving safety, quality, delivery and cost
  • Utilizes downtime and cost data to prioritize improvement opportunities around equipment reliability and organization efficiency
  • Provide technical support to the plant maintenance department
  • Identify continuous improvement projects and develop business cases in collaboration with plant maintenance team
  • Effective usage of maintenance planning, scheduling and execution processes using ADM's chosen computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
  • Sets priorities and expectations for all direct reports
  • Responsible for the growth and development of all direct reports. Ensures that coaching and mentoring towards development goals is completed quarterly
  • Guide the development and completion of Losses to Action (L2A) projects to drive down unscheduled downtime
  • Main point of contact for all RCM initiatives that are being deployed at assigned scope area (individual site or multi-sites)
Required Skills:
  • Electrical or mechanical experience in a manufacturing maintenance and engineering environment
  • Proficient in predictive and preventive maintenance
  • Knowledge of Root Cause Analysis, Cause and Effect or FMEA methodologies
  • Proven ability to lead multifunctional teams
  • Strong project management skills
  • Excellent English written and oral communication skills (Including the ability to present information to a formal group)
  • Familiarity with food safety and process safety management
  • Tenacity in pursuing objectives to completion correctly and on time
  • Strong team player with the ability to proactively change plant culture
Education Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related with 10+ years of experience in R&M activities
Required Experience:
  • 5+ years experience managing direct reports
Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
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