Process Reliability Manager

Job Description Job Summary The Reliability Engineer will collaborate with Sibelco plant maintenance, production, and leadership teams to develop tools and systems for measuring process reliability. Responsibilities include providing engineering support for maintenance planning, supervision, operation, and maintenance of North American Processing plants. The role involves implementing programs to ensure safe operation, high equipment reliability, cost-effective maintenance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Applying lean maintenance strategies and predictive technologies to optimize performance, lifecycle costs, and payback is essential. The engineer will serve as the primary liaison for capital projects with the Capital implementation team across all cluster plants. Responsibilities Safety Maintain and promote a safe working environment for all employees. Project Management/Improvement Achieve safety and health objectives. Lead reliability excellence and maintenance programs, including writing and maintaining strategy documents. Collaborate with Maintenance Planners and Supervisors to implement Lean tools, empowering employees and improving financial performance. Prioritize assets based on criticality using Reliability Centered Maintenance and define proactive, cost-beneficial maintenance approaches. Identify and manage predictive maintenance technologies and equipment. Support investigations of operational events and equipment failures to identify root causes and implement corrective actions. Conduct audits focusing on safety, compliance, maintenance effectiveness, cost savings, and energy conservation. Participate in planning, design review, and construction documentation for new facilities and renovations, supporting utility distribution, master planning, and business continuity. Support commissioning activities for upgrades, renovations, and construction projects, including PM planning and documentation. Analysis and KPI Reporting Develop and monitor equipment reliability KPIs. Lead maintenance improvement initiatives like PM Optimization, RCM, RCA, RCFA, FMEA, and predictive maintenance tools. Maintain technical competency in advanced maintenance technologies. Track repair history and analyze failure data to improve reliability. Prioritize and plan maintenance activities based on failure intervals to minimize downtime. Develop solutions for chronic or costly failures, applying value analysis for repair or replacement decisions. Assist troubleshooting for major or repetitive equipment issues. Advise supervisors and managers on operational problems affecting safety and efficiency. Monitor and report on maintenance KPIs, including wrench time analysis. Perform additional duties as assigned. Competencies Decision Making Define situations clearly, identify root causes, and make timely, data-driven decisions. Planning & Prioritizing Assess task complexity, allocate resources, and set priorities and timelines. Work Process Optimization Utilize operational practices to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Collaboration Foster cross-functional collaboration and build strong relationships to achieve goals. Engagement and Change Management Lead in navigating change, making decisions with incomplete information, and managing risks. Technical Capabilities Industry Knowledge Deep understanding of glass processing equipment and processes. Engineering Skills Knowledge of design, operation, and maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems in facilities. Technical Skills Experience with predictive maintenance technologies like vibration analysis, infrared thermography, and motor current analysis. Behavioral Skills Open-minded, team player, proactive, independent, diplomatic, self-motivated. Educational and Professional Experience Requirements 10-15 years of engineering/industrial maintenance experience, including mechanical design/testing and quality standards. At least 5 years in utility systems, facilities, or plant management, preferably in the glass industry. Certified Plant Engineer or Certified Maintenance Reliability Professional preferred. Proficient in English, both verbal and written.

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