Reliability Manager - Steel

Greif; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 103,900 - 176,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-term incentive

Job summary

Greif is seeking a Reliability Manager for steel operations in Alsip, IL. You will develop and execute asset reliability strategies to maximize uptime, safety, quality, and performance across plants.

You will lead RCFM, PdM, and RCFA initiatives, analyze data, and drive continuous improvement while mentoring a team of reliability professionals. Excellent communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a technical field.
• 8+ years in reliability/maintenance within a manufacturing setting.
• Experience leading maintenance and reliability programs.
• Strong project management and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop reliability and asset management strategies for facilities.
• Lead RCM, PM, and PdM programs.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify improvements.
• Drive RCFA and corrective action implementation.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering and Supply Chain to improve asset performance.
• Manage condition monitoring technologies (vibration, thermography, oil analysis, ultrasound).
• Establish and track KPIs: OEE, MTBF, MTTR, maintenance cost, availability.
• Support capital projects and lifecycle asset planning.
• Ensure safety, environmental and regulatory compliance.
• Lead and mentor reliability engineers and planners.
• Develop maintenance standards, best practices and training.

Skills

Reliability engineering

Preventive maintenance

RCM

Root cause analysis

Project management

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Vibration analysis

Thermography

Oil analysis

Ultrasonic testing

Job description

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Our Vision

To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

Our Purpose

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

Job Requisition #

034858 Reliability Manager - Steel (Open)

Job Description

The Reliability Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving asset reliability strategies to maximize equipment uptime, safety, quality, and operational performance. This role leads reliability engineering initiatives, predictive and preventive maintenance programs, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement efforts to reduce equipment failures and maintenance costs while supporting business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute reliability and asset management strategies for manufacturing, production, or industrial facilities.
• Lead reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), preventive maintenance (PM), and predictive maintenance (PdM) programs.
• Analyze equipment performance data and reliability metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
• Drive root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and corrective action implementation for recurring equipment issues.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to improve asset performance.
• Manage condition monitoring technologies such as vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, and ultrasonic testing.
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) including:
  • Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
  • Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)
  • Mean Time to Repair (MTTR)
  • Maintenance Cost per Unit Produced
  • Equipment Availability and Reliability
• Support capital projects, equipment upgrades, and lifecycle asset management planning.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and mentor reliability engineers, planners, and technical personnel.
• Develop maintenance standards, best practices, and training programs.

Education And Experience

• Typically possesses a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and 8-12 years of relevant experience.

Knowledge And Skills

• Possesses comprehensive knowledge and in-depth understanding of manufacturing operations and maintenance concepts and practices.
• Possesses a technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical/electronic, instrumentation, and computer systems.
• Possesses experience with assembling and disassembling equipment.
• Demonstrates ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems.
• Demonstrates excellent project management and planning skills.
• Possesses strong problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates excellent leadership skills and the ability to effectively manage a team.

Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $103,900.00 - $176,800.00 annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between $150,000.00 to $155,000.00 annually. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Benefits Statement

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

EEO Statement

https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.