Director, Equipment Reliability

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This DirectorEquipment Reliability is responsible for the equipment reliability and maintenance strategy of utility and manufacturing equipment through continuous monitoring of equipment operational performance and implementing actions needed for role develops engineering solutions to repetitive failures and all other problems that adversely affect plant operations by applying data analysis techniques (statistical process control reliability modeling and prediction fault tree analysis Six Sigma (6σ) methodology etc.) root cause analysis (RCA) root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and failure reporting analysis and corrective action system (FRACAS).The equipment and metrology team will look for leadership and development and this role will collaborate with other operational functions as well as engineering design and platform development to ensure operational needs are properly anticipated and addressed for current and future considerations.

This position reports to the Senior Site Director Coralville Manufacturing and Operations

Schedule: Exempt typically weekdays/daytime. 24/7 facility; must support all shifts.

In this role you will have the opportunity to:

• Serve as the technical lead and supports the improvement of equipment in the implement and maintain equipment maintenance strategy and plans for plant equipment.

• Demonstrate continuous improvement with respect to increasing job knowledge and proficiency related to biopharmaceutical industry engineering best practices and technologies as well as technical understanding/problem solving capability. Recommend and implement measures to improve equipment that supports utility and manufacturing operations in a dynamic fast-paced cGMP environment.

• Provide engineering field support to identify address and resolve operational / compliance issues and to ensure equipment is maintained at a level required to provide high reliability maximizing useful with Engineering in the equipment classification process defining SAP Location hierarchy populating asset information developing Return-to-Service PM instructions and acquisition of equipment manuals.

• Conduct analysis of system maintenance process and perform reliability studies:Use of reliability tools and processes such as Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) Root Cause Analysis (RCA). Uses data to recommend improvements based on CMMS FMEA RCA and systems reliability data. Analyze equipment trends ensuring the maintenance program is effective

• Ensure that the Preventative / Predictive Programs and Maintenance Planning Processes are executed. Evaluate new technologies (predictive tools) to be used by technicians and engineers. Accountable to effectively apply PdM technologies and non-destructing testing to minimize unscheduled/scheduled maintenance downtime

• KPI Oversight:Own measure and report reliability performance. Demonstrate success of preventative maintenance improvements through performance reports dashboards and metrics. Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Internal and Regulatory Agency audits.

• Complies with requirements from Danaher/IDTs Safety Program including Health and Safety mandates and OSHA requirements.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelors degree required preferably in mechanical process or chemical engineering or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience (ex. 7 years of directly related progressive and/or leadership experience in the field).
• Minimum 3 experience with cGMP utilities plant including providing field support and collaborating with engineering and ad hoc departments towards continuous improvement and troubleshooting.
• Experience leading and managing people; Leading and driving verbal technical writing and interpersonal skills are required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Reliability Engineering concepts such as TPM RCM RBI FMEA and RCFA experience with process improvement principles such as Lean and/or Six Sigma.
• Experience in Vibration Analysis Ultrasound Scanning Infrared Scanning Oil Analysis Eddy Current Liquid Penetrating testing Dynamic/Static Motor Current testing etc.
• Proficient knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and other computer skills (MS Office Suite MS Project and AutoCAD).
• Must possess a strong knowledge of the FDA and cGMP standards as well as regulatory guidance documents.

Travel Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:

• Must have a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to lift move or carry equipment up to 50lb

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional

• Certified Reliability Engineer

• Prior experience in industry is preferred.

IDT a Danaher operating company offers a broad array of comprehensive competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether its a health care program or paid time off our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus commission benefits or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Companys sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Companys sole discretion consistent with the law.

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