Reliability Engineer (Food, Pharma)

Adecco Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Reliability Engineer for a contract position in North York, Ontario. The role requires 5-15 years of experience in reliability engineering and expertise in AI/ML modeling. You will support projects, develop maintenance strategies, and utilize reliability tools to improve operational performance. Candidates with a background in manufacturing and compliance are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 5-15 years of experience in Reliability, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong understanding of reliability tools (e.g., RCM, RCA, FMEA).
• Knowledge of predictive maintenance technologies and risk analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support new projects from a Reliability standpoint.
• Develop Bill of Materials and Preventative Maintenance programs.
• Deploy Reliability Industry 4.0 methodologies.

Skills

Reliability Engineering

Data analysis

AI / ML modeling

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Tools

CMMS platforms

RCM tools

FMEA

Job description

SUMMARY :

This will be a Reliability Engineering position in North York on contract (about 1 year) with an international client, utilizing skills and experience related to reliability engineering in a manufacturing environment. If this is your background, can work contract in North York - let's get in touch!

QUALIFICATIONS :

• 5-15 years of experience in Reliability, Engineering, or related field
• Hands-on experience with AI / ML modeling and tools
• Strong understanding of reliability tools (e.g., RCM, RCA, FMEA) and maintenance systems
• Proficiency in data analysis and use of CMMS platforms
• Knowledge of predictive maintenance technologies and risk analysis
• Familiarity with equipment lifecycle and asset management principles
• Strong documentation and compliance knowledge
• Ability to manage priorities in a dynamic environment
• Excellent problem-solving and team collaboration skills

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Support new projects (e.g., FFIP PPD) from a Reliability standpoint

Develop Bill of Materials (BOM) and Preventative Maintenance (PM) programs

Deploy Reliability Industry 4.0 methodologies to reduce risks in operations

Apply AI / ML modeling on complex datasets with understanding of theoretical foundations

Target production issues to reduce downtime using Failure Elimination principles

Support investigations and root cause analysis; implement CAPAs for equipment issues

Utilize RCM tools, RCA, FMEA, statistical process control, and CMMS data to improve reliability

Support equipment master data activities including hierarchy, criticality, spares, and documentation

Collaborate with Project Engineering on reliability of new or modified installations

Review new installations for maintainability, spare part needs, and reliability expectations

Deploy risk mitigation systems and develop predictive maintenance strategies

Manage obsolescence using risk analysis and support MRO with functional part identification

Contribute to site / building risk registry and long-term asset planning

Support building shutdowns by reviewing and correcting PM task lists and parts

Promote a strong Maintenance Safety Culture for internal and external teams

Ensure compliance with regulations and maintain documentation practices

Educate the team on building accurate equipment histories for data analysis and reliability tracking

Manage multiple conflicting priorities in a fast-changing environment

CONTACT :

If you are a Reliability Engineer open to contract and have experience related to food and pharma - please apply here as directed. Only those qualified will be contacted. Thank you.