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Westrock

Mgr I, Reliability Eng

Hopewell, VA · On-site

Reliability Maintenance Manager Hopewell, VA The Opportunity: The Maintenance Reliability Manager at the Hopewell, VA mill will proactively identify and implement maintenance best practices and drive ...

James Hardie

Director of Reliability

Pulaski, VA

$180K - $200K/yr

Oversee multi-year outage planning, manage major repair budgets, and standardize maintenance ... Approve equipment specs, embed reliability tools in new assets, and lead training for smooth system ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for reliability manager in Virginia is $116,480.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,700.00 and $138,800.00 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 in the Reliability Manager position, and why are they important?

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 some typical daily responsibilities of a Reliability Manager?

A Reliability Manager typically spends their day analyzing equipment performance data, identifying trends, and implementing strategies to reduce downtime and improve asset reliability. They lead investigations into failures using proven methodologies like Root Cause Analysis, and work closely with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to develop maintenance plans and improvements. Regular responsibilities also include managing reliability projects, training staff in best practices, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. This role often requires a balance of hands-on technical work and cross-functional collaboration to drive operational excellence.
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Mgr I, Reliability Eng

Mgr I, Reliability Eng

Westrock

Hopewell, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

General Information
Job ID
ATR62248
Posting Job Title
Reliability Manager
Locations
VA Hopewell
Employment Type
Full Time
Date Posted
13-May-2026
Relocation Support
Yes
Description & Requirements
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.
Reliability Maintenance Manager
Hopewell, VA
The Opportunity:
The Maintenance Reliability Manager at the Hopewell, VA mill will proactively identify and implement maintenance best practices and drive implementation throughout the facility. Primarily responsible for investigating and resolving all reliability issues within the facility. Drives root cause failure analysis process and projects, and actively participates in critical maintenance initiatives across the facility. The Reliability Manger will serve as the Assistant Maintenance Manager for the facility which will prepare the person in this role to be the next Maintenance Manager.
The Reliability Manager will promote and advance the Reliability program across the entire mill. Here are some of the ways this will occur:
  • Use equipment failure analysis to identify repetitive maintenance issues and develop and implement solutions that eliminate problems, improve reliability, and reduce maintenance costs.
  • Design and execute Reliability Improvement Projects
  • Use proactive, preventative, and predictive maintenance techniques to avoid and to detect equipment failures.
  • Champion the Maintenance Reliability Program
  • Ownership of unscheduled maintenance downtime on root cause failure analysis and developing solutions.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:
  • Lead the reliability program to continuously improve equipment availability and reduce maintenance costs.
  • Work with Engineering to ensure maintenance reliability and equipment access is designed into new projects.
  • Be a tireless and enthusiastic champion of reliability.
  • Serve as the equipment reliability Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the site.
  • Assist the Maintenance Manager in mentoring and leading Reliability Engineers, Planners, and members of the mill's overall Maintenance Department.
  • Assure predictive and preventive maintenance activities support the mill's strategic direction.
  • Support the Pressure Vessel and Tank integrity program for the site, including inspection and repairs.
  • Lead lubrication and vibration program and optimize the lubrication programs in all process areas.
  • Request measuring and testing equipment to keep the reliability programs current with the latest technological advances where those advances provide cost-effective upgrades.
  • Manage and report Key Process Indicators (KPIs) detailing all the results of the Work Management and Reliability programs activities on a weekly basis.
  • Work closely with purchasing, stores, and engineering to ensure equipment reliability is implemented throughout all project phases including procurement, vendor selection, spare part selection and stocking.
  • Develop and adopt standards that improve equipment reliability in areas such as Essential Care, PM, PdM, CM, RCPE, equipment procurement, stocked parts, rebuilds, installation and work execution.
  • Continuously work with Maintenance and Operations to educate, promote, and support program buy-in throughout the mill.
  • Recommend innovative solutions to increase equipment life and reduce maintenance costs through the analysis of repetitive equipment failures/breakdowns and predictive maintenance analysis.
  • Manage the Reliability related Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) process.
  • Review and refine the PM process based on breakdown repair costs, down-time requirements, and production losses from individual pieces of equipment.
  • Submit recommendations and justification for capital expenditures that support and improve the Reliability Program.
  • Submit regular reports covering the overall program costs and benefits, the "finds" and improvements made, as well as the strategic way forward for the Reliability Program.
  • Serve as a leader and example for behavior and performance to all employees.
  • Resolve mechanical and electrical reliability issues to increase process reliability and decrease cost (mill wide)
  • Managing maintenance resources or contractors during outages or project implementation

What you will need to succeed:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred.
  • Minimum of 8 years of applicable reliability maintenance experience in heavy industrial manufacturing - paper mill experience a plus.
  • Supervisory experience is a plus.
  • Strong engineering, analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication and leadership skills, team player

Ability to:
  • Build consensus among diverse groups with minimal conflict.
  • Accomplish tasks through the use of others.
  • Lead teams of Maintenance employees.
  • Understand business and financial systems and application of systems and data.
  • Form effective business relationships/partnerships at various levels within the company to accomplish desired results.
  • These abilities and knowledge are usually obtained through self-study, company seminars and meetings, computer-based training, and on the job application.

What we offer:
  • Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
  • Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
  • An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
  • Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!
  • A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • The candidate should have demonstrated capabilities and at least 8+ years of experience in paper or paperboard or container board manufacturing and maintenance processes.
  • Experience in troubleshooting problems and finding workable business solutions.
  • Lean Six Sigma and DMAIC problem solving experience is a plus.

Working Conditions:
  • Duties are performed in an office environment and on jobsites throughout the mill.
  • Infrequent travel to attend meetings or training may be required.

This document outlines the minimum requirements of the positions and is not intended to be all-inclusive of the position duties.
Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.
6/26/25
Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

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