Reliability Manager

Reliability Manager Job Overview

The Reliability Manager will spearhead the development and implementation of strategies to enhance the performance of manufacturing equipment and reliability across High Liner Foods manufacturing facilities. Reporting to the Director of Continuous Improvement, the role will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to drive operational excellence and foster a culture of continuous improvement. This position will analyze data to identify opportunities for improving equipment reliability, reducing downtime, and increasing overall efficiency while prioritizing employee, product, and environmental safety.

This position will also leverage the CMMS system and Smart Factory software to optimize asset lifecycle and performance.

• Strategy Development & Planning:
  Participate in annual and long‑term reliability and capital planning and strategize for automation projects in support of the capital plan.
• Lead the implementation of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) programs across the manufacturing facilities, ensuring ongoing enhancements to processes and practices.
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives:
  Develop and implement continuous improvement programs for mechanical integrity, Reliability‑Centered Maintenance (RCM), Work Management, Operator Care, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and rotating equipment management.
• Serve as the primary owner of the Smart Factory system, supporting plants with maintenance of ongoing and deployment of future modules.
• Data Analysis and Corrective Action Implementation:
  Analyze product failure data to identify root causes and trends, implementing corrective actions to enhance product reliability and minimize downtime while collaborating with Continuous Improvement, Engineering, and Maintenance. Monitor KPIs related to equipment reliability and maintenance costs, leveraging data analytics to drive informed decision‑making and continuous improvement efforts.
• Finance, Budget and Resource Management:
  Manage and optimize the reliability engineering and inspection budget and resources to ensure efficient and effective operations while conducting Management of Change (MOC) reviews and leading the development of a Condition Monitoring (CM) program based on failure modes, consequences, and criticality. Optimize maintenance strategies to achieve cost reductions associated with downtime, repairs, and spare parts while maintaining high standards of equipment performance.
• Proactive Risk Management & Problem Solving:
  Identify potential risks to platform reliability and proactively address them before they escalate, including conducting root cause analysis, implementing corrective actions and fostering a culture of continuous improvement to minimize risks.
• Development of Technical Expertise:
  Develop technical subject‑matter experts and engineering technicians responsible for maintaining the reliability and efficiency of critical areas within the plant, including processing and packaging.
• Enhance Equipment Reliability:
  Focus on improving equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and optimizing overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) through proactive maintenance and performance monitoring.
• Collaboration and Cross‑Functional Leadership:
  Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including production, engineering, and maintenance, to ensure alignment and effective implementation of TPM initiatives across all departments.

• Minimum of 5‑7 years of increasing responsibility in plant maintenance or equipment reliability leadership experience within manufacturing, with a proven track record of driving transformational change and achieving operational excellence.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, industrial technology, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of reliability engineering principles, maintenance practices, process hazard analysis, and process safety management, including knowledge of mechanical integrity and FMEA methodologies.
• Analytical, problem‑solving skills and digital literacy:
  Strong analytical capabilities to assess project performance, identify opportunities for…