Reliability Engineering Manager

Talascend is currently seeking an Reliability Engineering Manager for a direct hire opportunity with our client in Calvert, Alabama.OverviewThe Reliability Engineering Manager will lead the reliability engineering team to achieve world-class availability, productivity, and quality. Collaborating with operations and maintenance teams, they will support the business goals of the client and ensure the effectiveness of maintenance and reliability practices in a heavy industrial environment.ResponsibilitiesShare accountability with maintenance and operations leadership to ensure the company's products and manufacturing processes are stable, reliable, and meet business goalsDirect management of reliability engineers: review and provide guidance with assigned team membersEnsure equipment reliability strategy is developed and aligned with business plans; oversee all elements of the asset reliability processEstablish and maintain asset criticality and standardsDevelop and implement equipment maintenance programs to achieve targeted goalsConduct manufacturing performance analysis and performance managementProvide reliability services to business units and act as a liaison for external reliability support, including asset prioritization, FMEA, RCA, and targeted improvement effortsFacilitate and manage the root cause analysis processEnsure technical adequacy of the equipment maintenance program, including preventative and predictive maintenanceParticipate in continuous improvement initiatives for equipment and process performanceIdentify best-in-class reliability benchmarks, performance gaps, and develop plans to close these gapsContribute to the development and execution of the business planCommunicate company policies and conduct performance reviewsAssign work equitably and promote a safe, healthy work environmentEnsure compliance with quality and environmental standards such as ISO 14001, IATF 16949, and ISO 17025 QualificationsBachelor of Science degree in engineering, a technical degree, or a combination of education and experience5+ years of demonstrated experience supporting engineering and reliability in a steel mill or heavy industrial environmentAbility to lead and work with teams to achieve positive resultsExperience with budgeting and forecasting operating and maintenance costsExtensive experience with planning and schedulingProficiency with project and process documentationIntermediate to proficient skills with Microsoft products, especially Excel and ProjectAbility to lead processes such as root cause failure analysis, reliability-centered maintenance, maintenance task analysis, and predictive maintenance technologyAbility to execute all elements of quality control processes, including quality planning, quality control, and continuous improvementCertified maintenance and reliability professional preferredReliability centered maintenance experience including equipment maintenance program development preferredKnowledge of world-class manufacturing practices and program management preferredCold rolling process knowledge a plusStrong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skillsEffective meeting facilitation, benchmarking, decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving skillsConflict resolution, organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritization skillsHigh work ethic and professionalismCommitment to safety, teamwork, accountability, relationships, and sustainability Preferred QualificationsReliability Centered Maintenance experience including equipment maintenance program developmentWorld Class Manufacturing practices and program management knowledgeCarbon steel cold rolling process knowledge #ind123 We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary. Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.