Renegade Reliability Senior Leader
Are you a seasoned expert in reliability, maintenance, or asset management who's passionate about driving real results? Do you believe the consulting world needs a shake-up, moving away from buzzwords and towards tangible, sustainable value? If so, you might be a Renegade!
At Renegade Reliability, our mission is simple: Client First. Every. Single. Time. We're a team of highly experienced professionals who've spent many years in senior-level roles within mid-size and large manufacturing organizations. We understand the challenges our clients face because we've been in their shoes for decades.
What You'll Do
As a Renegade Reliability Senior Leader, you won't just advise; you'll embed yourself with clients to deliver measurable transformation and drive strategic initiatives. You'll be instrumental in:
- Designing and implementing cutting-edge reliability strategies, leading the charge on Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Precision Maintenance initiatives that translate directly into operational uptime and cost savings.
- Developing and optimizing comprehensive Preventive Maintenance (PM) programs and establishing advanced Predictive Maintenance (PdM) programs and technologies, moving clients from reactive to proactive maintenance.
- Implementing and managing diverse condition monitoring techniques, including vibration analysis, ultrasonic testing, thermography, and oil analysis, to detect early signs of asset degradation.
- Optimizing asset performance through the development and oversight of best-in-class lubrication programs, ensuring assets perform at their peak and last longer.
- Transforming maintenance operations through expert guidance on Maintenance Planning, Scheduling, and comprehensive Work Management processes, ensuring efficient and effective execution.
- Revitalizing spare parts inventory management, from initial stores setup to full revamps, including optimizing Bill of Material (BOM) structures, ensuring accurate ERP setup, managing parts obsolescence, and driving inventory optimization to reduce carrying costs and improve availability.
- Unlocking actionable insights from data by expertly leveraging Business Intelligence (BI) tools like Tableau and Microsoft Power BI, turning complex data into clear, impactful business decisions.
- Driving performance accountability by defining, tracking, and managing critical KPIs and establishing robust performance management frameworks for client organizations.
- Cultivating high-performing teams through strategic people management guidance, fostering a culture of ownership and continuous improvement within client maintenance and reliability departments.
- Influencing executive-level decisions by crafting and delivering compelling executive presentations that articulate strategy, progress, and financial impact, building trust and securing buy-in.
- Mastering financial stewardship by developing and overseeing maintenance budgets, identifying areas for optimization, and ensuring resources are allocated for maximum return on investment.
- Shaping the future of client assets by providing expert guidance on capital project planning and execution, ensuring new investments contribute to long-term reliability and operational excellence.
- Acting as a trusted, results-driven partner across diverse projects, from targeted hourly consultations to complex, multi-year strategic transformations.
Who You Are
- A highly experienced professional with a strong background in reliability, maintenance, inventory & purchasing, systems, analytics, or AI, preferably from senior-level leadership roles within manufacturing or industrial organizations.
- Someone who thrives on getting things done and delivering measurable value.
- An excellent communicator with the ability to build strong client relationships and present complex information clearly to all levels of an organization.
- Passionately committed to continuous improvement and challenging the status quo.
- Dedicated to a "client-first" approach in every interaction.
Required Skills & Experience
- Proven expertise in Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) and Precision Maintenance methodologies.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) programs.
- Hands-on experience with various condition monitoring technologies, including vibration analysis, ultrasonic testing, and thermography.
- Strong background in Maintenance Planning, Scheduling, and Work Management best practices.
- Extensive experience with large spare parts inventory management, including initial setup, revamps, BOM optimization, ERP integration, and obsolescence management.
- Demonstrated experience with lubrication programs and best practices.
- Strong analytical skills, with hands-on experience using Business Intelligence tools such as Tableau and Microsoft Power BI.
- Expertise in establishing, tracking, and managing KPIs and performance management systems.
- Experience in people management, coaching, and team development within an industrial setting.
- Proficiency in maintenance budget management and financial analysis related to asset performance.
- Direct involvement in capital project planning and execution.
- Proficient in various Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Maximo, Hexagon, MP2, E-Maint).
Bonus Qualifications
- Background in Finance or strong financial acumen.
- Engineering degree or background.
- Computer Science degree or background.
- MBA or other advanced business degree.
Work Location
This position allows for remote work, ideally near a major airport, to facilitate client travel. A strong bonus will be considered for candidates willing to relocate to our headquarters in Melbourne, Florida, where they can enjoy:
- Sunny Florida Living: Experience some of the most beautiful beaches and a fantastic climate in the world.
- Coastal Paradise: Just 15 minutes from Cocoa Beach, home to the iconic Ron Jon Surf Shop and surfing legend Kelly Slater.
- A Water Sports Haven: Renowned as one of the best saltwater fishing locations in the world, and an amazing place for boating, surfing, snorkeling, and scuba diving.
- A Front-Row Seat to Innovation: Live on the Space Coast, where you're just 15 minutes away from regular rocket launches visible right from your backyard, witnessing history in the making.
- World-Class Attractions: Only an hour's drive to Orlando's world-famous theme parks and attractions.
- Golfer's Dream: Access to numerous world-class golf courses right in the area, including options near famed Cocoa Beach, offering year-round play amidst beautiful scenery.
- A vibrant community with amazing schools
Renegade Reliability is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal or Florida state law.