Reliability Specialist

JOB SUMMARY The Maintenance Specialist is responsible for analyzing, developing, and improving operational and maintenance processes to improve safety, efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall system performance. This role works cross-functionally with maintenance, operations, engineering, and leadership to drive plant reliability, continuous improvement initiatives and ensure sustainable results. Essential Functions Essential Function · Has knowledge all aspects of the plant's maintenance functions. · Has a comprehensive understanding of refrigeration systems. · Capable of overseeing high-level troubleshooting of refrigeration systems and can manage complex maintenance and PM procedures. · Support plants as requested for maintenance leadership, decisions, and after-hours support as needed. · Remote and onsite support to help in troubleshooting equipment problems as needed). · Read and interpret schematics, P IDs, and manuals. · Comprehensive understanding of PLC/basic controls. · Contractor coordination and oversight as needed for projects. · Analyze current workflows, production processes, and system performance. · Identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and waste. · Develop and implement process improvements to increase throughput and equipment reliability. · Standardize best practices across operations. · Support reliability initiatives by collecting and analyze operational data (downtime, MTBF, cycle time, yield, etc.). · Use data to drive decision-making and justify improvements. · Lead project teams and improvement initiatives. · Lead and/or participate in Kaizen events to support Green Belt initiatives. · Implement and lead root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions. · Drive cost reduction and efficiency projects. · Support reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) efforts. · Partner with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams. · Facilitate communication between departments to align improvement efforts. · Develop and maintain SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures). · Support compliance with OSHA, EPA, PSM, FSSC and company policies. · Participate in risk assessments and hazard analyses. · Eligible for future promotion to Plant Manager, Regional Manager, Regional Maintenance and Reliability Manager. Required for All Jobs • Performs other duties as assigned . • Complies with all policies and standards .