Reliability Lead - Extrusion

Job Description:

Job: Reliability Lead

• Extrusion

Shift: Days Monday

• Friday (Flex Nights and Weekends if needed)

Location: Mars Petcare, Aurora, NE

The Reliability Lead's role is to lead the implementation, execution, and driving of continuous improvement in maintenance/reliability and development of TRs within their area of expertise. This position requires working closely with and supporting other supply groups, particularly quality and operations, to ensure consistent production quality, efficiency, and safety. The Reliability Lead will drive continuous improvement in maintenance operations, support project/CVS teams, co-ordinate training, and develop associates in their area of responsibility. They will partner with the maintenance planner and shift managers to make sure maintenance is performed efficiently. Leads must have in-depth knowledge of the entire maintenance area and be recognized as an expert in multiple technologies within the factory. The role requires strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, associate development, and team building skills to support site objectives.

Responsibilities

• Within the reliability leader's primary area of responsibility/expertise (make, pack, U&F):

• Responsible for creation and execution of the technical training and development plan of all TRs.

• Input into overall PDP for TRs with their shift manager

• Responsible for setup, bidding, coordination, and execution of advanced maintenance

• programs and WO's requiring contracted resources.

• Primary reliability resource for project and CVS teams; responsible for new PM creation, editing current PMs, parts registration, and technical training for TRs.

• Failure analysis of breakdowns; recommended corrective and preventative actions

• Continuous improvement in PMs; used part inspection, PM frequency, PM improvements, and PM correctness.

• Assist TRs with PMs on down days to provide hands on training.

• Provide on call support for mechanical issues as needed when on shift TRs need help troubleshooting or performing repairs.

• Responsible for tracking/managing reliability budget and forecasting for future years.

• Support work of other area reliability leads due to high priority or high volume of work as needed.

• Spot checking of WOs to access proper completion and skill level of operators and TRs.

• Attend DOM and report necessary maintenance metrics, complete daily follow-ups.

• Networking within the segment and across segment

• Be a self-starter, ability to stay on task and complete objectives with little day to day guidance.

• The ability to handle multiple priorities and complexity.

• Flow to work as needed to meet the business need.

• Other job duties as assigned by site leadership.

Key Functional Skills & Knowledge

• Strong operational knowledge of manufacturing processes & equipment

• Mastery of technical skills and equipment within main area of responsibility

• Effective written and oral communication

• Ability to lead of teams and people.

• Ability to teach and develop TRs and operators.

• Advanced computer skills to include Word, Excel, Outlook Email, SAP, Internet

• Proficiency in WOs, PMs, and maintenance activities of a manufacturing plant

• Advanced electrical and mechanical skills

• Strong collaboration skills and networking capabilities

• Able to present data and ideas to site leadership team.

• Ability to manage and forecast maintenance expenses within a budget.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in maintenance/reliability at Mars or equivalent elsewhere

• Advanced mechanical and electrical skills

• High school diploma or GED

• Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices

• Ability to convey communications clearly and concisely.

• Understanding of major functions within the plant and the ability to work directly with all levels.

• and functions

• Ability to lead and develop other people.

• Able to deal with ambiguity effectively.

• Successful completion of a drug and background screen

• Ability to work rotating shifts under stressful conditions such as heat, cold, heights, and/or

• confined spaces

• Have full mobility with the ability to climb ladders and stairs.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in maintenance/reliability at Mars

• Previous experience leading teams or managing people.

• Previous maintenance/TR experience at NEA factory

• 3 to 5 years of experience in a TPM/technical, manufacturing environment

• Demonstrated experience working in Quality.

• Demonstrated experience working in safety.

• Functional knowledge and understanding of HACCP concepts.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.

• Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

About Mars, Incorporated

Mars is a family-owned business with more than a century of history making diverse products and offering services for people and the pets people love. With almost $35 billion in sales, the company is a global business that produces some of the world's best-loved brands: M&M's, SNICKERS, TWIX, MILKY WAY, DOVE, PEDIGREE, ROYAL CANIN, WHISKAS, EXTRA, ORBIT, 5, SKITTLES, UNCLE BEN'S, MARS DRINKS and COCOAVIA. Mars also provides veterinary health services that include BANFIELD Pet Hospitals, Blue Pearl, VCA and Pet Partners. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles

• Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom - inspire its more than 100,000 Associates to create value for all its partners and deliver growth they are proud of every day.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.