Job Description

Flexible medical., dental, and vision plan Employee & family assistance program RRSP matching program Health & wellness reimbursements Product purchase program Opportunities to take part in job-related training and development Relocation cost (if applicable)

The Director of Asset Management and Reliability works with Irving Consumer Products sites to implement and maintain world-class processes and standards. Reporting to the VP of Manufacturing, this role collaborates with Reliability, Maintenance, and Operations teams to develop and standardize best practices based on the Irving Key Elements of Reliability framework. Key duties include improving asset performance, promoting a proactive culture, empowering Operations in reliability efforts, and supporting site teams through leadership. The director coordinates closely with management and all departments across ICP sites and serves as the main contact for aligning reliability standards with the Irving Group Moncton Asset Reliability Group.


Lead the deployment of the Key Elements of Reliability framework (aligned with standards such as RCM II, ISO 55000, and best practices) across all sites. Establish an auditing program using existing IMS programs to compare our current systems with world-class standards, providing visibility into gaps in our systems and identifying areas for improvement and actions to close these gaps Provide leadership in the best practices of asset reliability and maintenance to the site managers and ensure consistency and continuous improvement Develop and monitor standardized KPIs (PM compliance, emergency work%, MTBF, etc.) Maintain a 5-year asset reliability plan for ICP operations Holds ownership of the 3-year obsolescence plan, drives cost savings Responsible for the Storeroom inventory management systems to maintain the right parts, inventory turns, and overall reduction in Inventories held while meeting our Equipment Reliability targets Facilitate root cause analysis (RCA) for chronic failures and high-impact events Standardize and optimize use of the CMMS system across all plants Build capability in operator asset care, predictive maintenance, defect elimination, and maintenance planning & scheduling

Post-secondary degree in Engineering, or related discipline desired 12+ years of relevant experience P. Engineering designation would be considered an asset Strong understanding of reliability-centered maintenance (RCM), TPM, and asset management standards (e.g., ISO 55000) Demonstrated experience in multi-site leadership and framework deployment is desired Strong coaching and mentoring skills Proficient in CMMS systems, data analytics, and KPI development Comfortable presenting technical data to up to executive-level audiences Ability to influence without authority Strong communication and presentation skills

At

Irving Consumer Products

, we know the key to success is our people.


We are a leading manufacturer of premium quality tissue products - including national brands Royale in Canada and Scotties in the US - and private label. We also produce baby diapers under our Royale brand as well as private label diapers and training pants for North American retailers.


We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers.


Our parent company - J.D. Irving, Limited, is a responsible steward of the forests. Each year, its forest operations harvest less than 2 percent of the forest it manages, ensuring that the company grows more wood than it harvests. J.D. Irving has planted more than 1 billion trees since 1957, and the J.D. Irving Forest Supply Chain has been declared carbon neutral.



Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
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