Reliability Manager Jobs in Buffalo, NY (NOW HIRING)

Middleport is one of two formulation plants for FMC Agricultural Solutions in the US and plays a key role in supporting business growth. This role has overall responsibility and accountability for plant maintenance activities on the site to ensure plant capabilities and efficiencies. As a member of the Middleport leadership team, the position drives engagement in safety culture, develops strategic initiatives for improvements in maintenance, and develops the talent within the organization. The role sets direction for the Maintenance Reliability lead to coordinate the safe activities of workers engaged in repair, maintenance, installation of machines, tools, and equipment, and maintenance of buildings, grounds, and utility systems. It also ensures a safe work environment commensurate with FMC and industry standards, partnering with EHS and other functional areas.

EHS

• Take a leading role in partnering with the EHS department in daily activities including Management By Walking Around (MBWA), plant tours, and problem solving/resolution to ensure a safe operation.
• Work cohesively as a business partner with EHS to continually evolve safety culture by leveraging maintenance department capabilities.
• Participate in and lead site housekeeping improvement efforts, supporting 5S implementation throughout the site.

Maintenance

• Develop and implement a strategic plan for maintenance and warehouse departments.
• Provide guidance to the Maintenance Supervisor to plan, organize, and direct the plant maintenance group, covering all aspects of the plant maintenance function.
• Manage the Apprenticeship program for the site in partnership with the State Department of Labor.
• Identify and lead technical projects, new product plans, and process reliability improvements, ensuring appropriate tools, equipment, and technical expertise.
• Recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment.
• Develop preventive maintenance programs in conjunction with engineering, maintenance staff, and EHS.
• Build out and execute corporate‑driven initiatives, staying current on relevant training and integrating it into daily operations at the Middleport site.
• Plan and implement new methods and procedures designed to improve maintenance operations, minimize operating costs, and increase utilization of labor and materials.
• Oversee management of the site storeroom and material inventory.

• B.S. in mechanical or electrical engineering, or equivalent experience.

• Experience in reliability management.
• Demonstrated project management skills and ability to analyze and improve processes.
• Minimum of 5 years of supervision/management experience in industrial/manufacturing maintenance.
• Commitment to teamwork and team‑based systems.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation knowledge (preferred).
• Strong mathematical skills and proficiency in statistical analysis methodology.
• Working knowledge of SAP, including maintenance module, inventory, and procurement functions.
• Excellent listening, coaching, and communication skills.
• Experience working in a union environment.

Salary range: $120k to $170k.

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