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Rumpke

Operations Manager

Columbus, IN · On-site

Collaborate with Maintenance, Dispatch, and Customer Service to ensure service reliability * Manage P&L performance for assigned operations and control operational expenses * Support labor relations ...

KYB Corporation

Manager -- Maintenance

Franklin, IN · On-site

The Maintenance Manager will oversee the day to day operations of the Maintenance Department. He ... This is an opportunity to take an active leadership role in equipment reliability, preventive ...

KYB

Manager -- Maintenance

Franklin, IN · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Maintain equipment reliability and machine uptime while reducing unplanned downtime.Oversee and ... Manage maintenance overtime while working to eliminate unnecessary overtime.Recruit, develop ...

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Steak 'n Shake Seymour

Shift Manager

Seymour, IN · On-site

$19.50/hr

Shift Manager - Steak 'n Shake - Paying up to $19.50 per hour! At Steak 'n Shake, we don't just ... Proven reliability and professionalism * Positive, servant-leadership attitude * Strong people ...

Steak 'n Shake Columbus

Shift Manager

Columbus, IN

$21.50/hr

Shift Manager - Steak 'n Shake - Paying up to $21.50 per hour! At Steak 'n Shake, we don't just ... Proven reliability and professionalism * Positive, servant-leadership attitude * Strong people ...

Steak 'n Shake Franklin

Shift Manager

Franklin, IN

$21.50/hr

Shift Manager - Steak 'n Shake - Paying up to $21.50 per hour! At Steak 'n Shake, we don't just ... Proven reliability and professionalism * Positive, servant-leadership attitude * Strong people ...

Guardian Bikes

Engineering Manager

Seymour, IN · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

Partner with Operations to improve production efficiency and equipment reliability. * Collaborate ... Manage project scope, budgets, timelines, risks, and resource allocation. * Present project updates ...

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How much do reliability manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for reliability manager in Columbus, IN is $109,270.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,900.00 and $130,200.00 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.

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Process Reliability Manager

Shelbyville, IN • On-site

Strategic Materials Inc
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Job description


Job Description Summary
The Reliability Engineer will work closely with Sibelco plant maintenance, production and leadership teams to develop and utilize effective tools and systems for measuring reliability of our production process.  This position is responsible for providing engineering support for maintenance planning/supervision, operation and maintenance of Sibelco North America Processing plants, developing and implementing programmatic methods to ensure safe operation and high equipment reliability/availability, cost effective maintenance, and continuous improvement culture.  This role includes applying lean maintenance strategies and predictive technologies while optimizing a system’s operational performance, life cycle cost, and payback. This role will act as primary liaison for capital projects with the Capital implementation team for all cluster plants.


Responsibilities


Safety

  • Maintain and promote a safe working environment for all employees.

Project Management/Improvement

  • Achieve safety and health objectives.
  • Leads and is responsible for the execution of reliability excellence/maintenance program. Writes and maintains reliability maintenance strategy documents.
  • Work with Maintenance Planners/Supervisors to implement Lean manufacturing tools to empower employees and facilitate growth to improve financial performance.
  • Responsible for ranking the criticality of the assets under their care, typically using Reliability Centered Maintenance approaches, and for defining the proactive maintenance approaches that are cost-beneficial to the business.
  • Identifies and implements predictive maintenance technologies. Manages predictive maintenance equipment.
  • Performs/supports operational event and equipment failure investigations to ensure that the root cause/causal factors have been identified, corrective actions prescribed, and follow-up monitoring conducted as applicable, to determine effectiveness.
  • Conducts program and system/equipment audits on a periodic and as needed basis. Audits will generally be focused on safety, risk analysis, regulatory compliance, maintenance effectiveness, cost savings, and energy conservation.
  • Participates in the planning, design review, value management and construction document development of new facilities and renovations. Supports utility distribution, master planning, and business continuity planning.
  • Supports commissioning activities for all upgrade, renovation, and construction projects which may include, but is not limited to, PM job plans, reviews for maintainability, critical spares, documentation, etc.

Analysis and KPI Reporting

  • Develop and maintain new “Key Performance Indicators" of equipment reliability.
  • Lead in maintenance improvement tools (PM Optimization, RCM, RCA, RCFA, FMEA, etc.) and knowledgeable in predictive maintenance tools
  • Maintain a high level of technical competency in advanced maintenance technology.
  • Maintain equipment repair history and evaluate repair costs & trends.
  • Analyze equipment failure data patterns and interpret ERP PM maintenance data to generate priorities and action lists for improving reliability of site.
  • Track the performance of reliability improvements to determine their effectiveness and make additional modifications if required.
  • By working closely with the local Maintenance Teams, use intervals for potential failures to appropriately prioritize, plan, and schedule to minimize downtime.
  • Develop solutions to repetitive, chronic, or costly failures and other maintenance problems, and apply value analysis to repair/replace, repair/redesign, and make/buy decisions.
  • Assist in troubleshooting techniques for major/repetitive equipment.
  • Advise the Maintenance Supervisors/Managers of any problems or potential problems which affect the ability of the operation to produce in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Monitor and report on all relevant maintenance activity KPI’s including wrench time analysis.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


Competencies

(Reference : Sibelco (Leadership) Competency Model)


Decision Making

  • Defines and frames situations clearly, identifies potential root causes and makes timely recommendations and decisions based on accurate and reliable analysis

Planning & Prioritizing

  • Accurately determines the complexity of tasks and projects and required resources
  • Breaks down projects or assignments into different steps (group of activities)
  • Sets priorities and time parameters to accomplish tasks and projects
  • Coordinates efforts to implement plan

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