Senior Reliability Engineering Manager

Russell Stover•Kansas City, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Russell Stover, we are looking for a Senior Reliability Engineering Manager to develop and lead a best-in-class reliability and maintenance strategy. This role is crucial for maximizing asset availability, performance, and lifecycle value across our manufacturing operations. The manager will drive proactive maintenance programs, reliability engineering practices, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime, improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), and enhance equipment reliability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field).
5+ years of experience in maintenance / reliability leadership roles.
Strong knowledge of CMMS systems, reliability engineering, and lean methodologies.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently, with or without an accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP)
Experience with automation, controls, and digital transformation initiatives.
Familiarity with regulatory compliance (OSHA, EPA, etc.).
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop maintenance and reliability engineering teams focused on improving asset performance, uptime, and efficiency.
Establish and execute a comprehensive reliability strategy aligned with business objectives.
Develop and implement reliability centered maintenance (RCM), predictive, and preventive maintenance programs.
Manage reliability KPIs including OEE, MTBF, MTTR.
Utilize CMMS systems and data analytics for maintenance optimization.
Lead root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and FMEA efforts.
Partner with operations and engineering to eliminate equipment losses.
Provide reliability input into capital projects and equipment design.
Manage maintenance budgets and spare parts strategies.
Drive a safety first mindset.
Ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure product quality and maintain compliance with food safety standards.
Complete and follow FSQA training and programs to comply with regulatory requirements, ensure consumer safety, and support the plant’s food safety and quality objectives.
Promptly report and take appropriate action on any observed or potential food safety hazards, process deviations, or non-conformities by notifying the designated plant supervisor, in accordance with your role and responsibilities.
Actively contributes to the continuous improvement of the company’s Food Safety Culture through engagement and actions aligned with your role.