Asset Reliability Manager
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Operations Manager
As a global leader in Stainless Steel, we’re seeking a dynamic Asset Manager and be part of our Cold Rolling Works team in Calvert, Mobile County, Alabama.
Relocation will be provided.
ObjectiveThis position is responsible for all Cold Rolling Works (CRW) physical assets, including but not limited to maintaining a safe work environment, maintaining environmental compliance, monitoring asset performance, maximizing asset life cycles, improving maintenance strategies, and outage coordination. The CRW Asset Manager will provide guidance, coaching and guidance for all CRW team members in the development of a reliability centered operations program.
Outokumpu is the global leader in sustainable stainless steel. We employ some 9,000 professionals in more than 30 countries who set the gold standard for innovation. The Americas is headquartered in Calvert, Mobile County, Alabama; home to one of the most technically advanced integrated stainless‑steel mill in the United States. The Americas’ footprint also expands to San Luis Potosi, Mexico, which is the only stainless steel cold rolling mill plus service center in the country.
Additionally, Outokumpu business area Americas has a commercial office in Brazil.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant field (additional technical certifications preferred).
- >>5 years of experience in enhancing equipment reliability focused on equipment performance and streamlining maintenance processes
- Expertise in reliability engineering principles and tools and reliability‑centered maintenance methodologies.
- Proven leadership skills, with at least 2‑3 years of experience managing or supervising shift teams.
- Proficiency in using statistical analysis to predict reliability and determine solutions
- Strong knowledge in SAP, PPS, PRIME systems.
- Proficiency with basic computer applications (Microsoft Office) and data reporting.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in manufacturing environments.
- Ability to manage, interpret and communicate technical information effectively to non‑technical stakeholders or team members.
- Ability to motivate and lead teams, and foster a culture of reliability within the organization
- Ability to dissect complex systems and understand the underlying mechanics
- Strategic planning and risk analysis management
- Standardize CRW maintenance programs through proactive audits of the equipment hierarchy working in coordination with the maintenance team to ensure all assets have a defined maintenance strategy.
- Perform routine audits of current preventive maintenance strategies to ensure correct frequency and level of technical detail to build a comprehensive maintenance plan per operating area.
- Plan and organize CRW annual outages in coordination with maintenance and reliability to maximize a resource loaded schedule.
- Actively manage the CRW CAPEX investment strategy to ensure equipment reliability and business continuity. 5+ years
- Plan and project OPEX spend necessary to ensure consistent cost performance.
- Evaluate operational data to define asset life cycles to improve long‑term strategic investment planning
- Conduct routine audits and manage spare part inventories in collaboration with the appropriate management teams to ensure optimal maintenance planning and inventory levels that align with operational and business requirements.
- Planning and execution of large and/or long‑term project planning requiring coordination of contractors and internal resources.
- Enter, track, and update all projects and project milestones in WAVE ensuring accurate timelines and spend forecasting.
- Assist in the development of all investment business cases including asset criticality and risk adjusted spend calculations.
- Supervise and coordinate CRW reliability engineering team
- Ensure effective communication with all stakeholders and customers (internal or external).
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to read technical drawings, process flow charts, and P&IDs.
- Any other activities that may be required or requested to support the business.
USD.,100 plus bonus.
What we offer- Competitive…
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