Reliability Specialist

Join Corby Spirit and Wine Limited and Hiram Walker & Sons Ltd.,: Where Moments Matter

At Corby and Hiram Walker, we’re more than a company - we’re curators of unforgettable moments. Our portfolio boasts some of Canada’s most iconic and award-winning brands, including J.P. Wiser’s, Lot No. 40, Pike Creek, and Gooderham & Worts Canadian whiskies, Polar Ice vodka, Lamb’s rum, Ungava gin, McGuinness and Cabot Trail liqueurs, Ace Beverage Group’s Cottage Springs, Cabana Coast, Liberty Village, and Good Vines, and Foreign Affair wines. But that’s just the beginning.

Through its affiliation with Pernod Ricard, Corby represents leading international brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, The Glenlivet®, Beefeater and Malfy Gins, a leading portfolio of American whiskey brands including Jefferson’s, Rabbit Hole, and Skrewball™ whiskey., and Perrier-Jouët and Mumm champagnes, – making our portfolio the most comprehensive in the market.

Why Choose Us?

Igniting Conviviality: Derived from the French word “convivialité,” our ethos centres on human connection, authenticity, and friendliness. We create moments that matter, starting with how we work together.

Progressive Opportunities: Fuel your ambition with outstanding career prospects and rewards. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your journey, we’re invested in your growth.

Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!

The salary range for this role is $82,600.00 to $103,200.00. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Position Summary

This role reports directly to the Director of Engineering. The Reliability Specialist is responsible for championing new programs such as Reliability Centered Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance, technical projects, and process reliability improvements. This role is also responsible for aiding and supervising capital projects between $10,000-$3,000,000. This includes approving work permits, inspecting job sites for safety and conformance to design specifications and project scope. This role facilitates troubleshooting and RCA (Root Cause Analysis) sessions for complex engineering and process issues and failures. The Reliability Specialist aids in the development and implementation of Continuous Improvement strategies. The Reliability Specialist also contributes to HAZOP, FMEA, and maintainability and reliability analysis for new projects.  Committed to achieving excellence in quality, environmental, health and safety.

Technical Responsibilities

• Support (scope, design, manage) internal engineering and maintenance projects to achieve business goals.
• Develops, deploys, and manages the Predictive Maintenance Program for the site.
• Designs and plans execution of reliability tests for new equipment or modified machines.
• Collaborates with design and engineering teams to review reliability designs of new mechanical systems.
• Make recommendations for material selection and improvements.
• Designs and develops new KPI dashboards on Microsoft Excel or PowerBI, related to equipment, process and reliability performance for identification of improvement opportunities
• Reviews and approves technical drawings for mechanical modifications to existing systems.
• Uses DDS vibration analysis software to trend asset mechanical health and troubleshoot electro-mechanical issues using vibration analysis.
• Reviews and analyzes lubricant sample results using oil analysis and trending techniques.
• Drives the RCM (Reliability Centered Maintenance) and PM optimization processes to support effective asset strategies.
• Leads the FRACAS (Failure Reporting, Analysis, and Corrective Action Systems) program, and perform targeted reliability improvements based on failure data.
• Participates in Management of Change review processes.
• Performs LCCA (Life Cycle Costing Analysis) on equipment designs and modifications.
• Develop and maintain Reliability & Maintainability Engineering standards.
• Review critical spares and stock quantities for critical assets.
• Develops and lead root cause analysis and FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) activities.
• Troubleshoot technical failures critical to production, environmental impacts, health, and safety.

Management Responsibilities

• Develops and implements strategic plans for site reliability that aligns with overall organizational goals and objectives.
• Coordinate external vendor preventative maintenance requirements for current & future assets.
• Responsible for maintaining all condition monitoring and predictive maintenance databases, ensuring all assets are updated regularly and PMs are executed as specified on asset strategy.
• Supervises assigned contractor jobs and technical projects ensuring compliance with Ontario Occupational Safety and Health Act.
• Review and approve hot-work permit, safe-work permits and job risk assessments for assigned external contractor jobs.
• Manages and oversee the planning and execution of reliability projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Mentors Millwrights and Electricians on condition monitoring best practice and proper predictive maintenance work execution.

Communication

• Engage in communication during the planning and execution of projects to ensure that the reliability considerations are integrated into design implementation.
• Communicates with Operations and Production teams on reliability project milestones and potential impact on equipment.
• Develops and communicates emergency response plans for mechanical failures or critical equipment issues.
• Communicates the cost-benefit analysis of reliability improvements, helping stakeholders understand the financial impact of reliability initiatives.
• Works closely with cross-functional teams, including maintenance, operations, and quality teams.
• Provides training and awareness sessions for maintenance teams on mechanical reliability best practices.
• Communicates with equipment vendors and suppliers to understand reliability specifications, maintenance requirements, and performance expectations.

Qualifications Required: Education, Credentials, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree: Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or Chemical Engineering OR Skilled Trade Designation / Technologist with Reliability experience
• CMRP, MMP or RMIC, Vibration Category II, Thermography, Machinery Lubricant Analyst / Machinery Lubrication Engineer Certification is an Asset
• 3+ years of reliability or maintainability experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Project Management skills
• Maintenance work management & spares management knowledge
• Asset Hierarchy (ISO 14224) and Criticality Analysis experience
• Knowledge of Ontario Health & Safety Act and Construction regulations
• FMEA, PMO, RCM, RCA, LCCA experience
• Experience developing and maintaining lubrication best practices (MLA, MLE)
• Predictive maintenance experience (Vibration, Thermography, Ultrasound, Oil Analysis, etc.)
• Experience with ANSI, ASME, TSSA Regulations and Code
• Engage with vendors to find solid and cost-effective solutions
• Develop reports and solutions to provide management with information they require for compliance and decision making.
• Skills and experience working with software tools such as: MS Office, MS Project, AutoCAD, JD Edwards CMMS
• Problem solving and technical troubleshooting experience

Financial Responsibility:

• Participates in goal setting and accountable for own, limited budget for asset administration and goals.  Operates in predetermined limits.

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When you join Corby and Hiram Walker, you’ll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it’s what brings our culture to life. Learn about our rich heritage by clicking HERE for Corby and HERE for Hiram Walker.

Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a a hybrid option with flexibility to work remotely 2 days a week. As a global employer, we understand that not everyone’s working hours are the same, and we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for them and their team’s schedules.

We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support. Check out PRCanadaBenefits.com for details.

At Corby and Hiram Walker, we’re committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

We will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. To request reasonable accommodation during the any phase of the recruitment process or want to review our accommodation policies, please reach out to our Human Resources Department at [email protected].

This posting is for a vacant role. This recruitment process uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to match applicant skills with role requirements and qualifications.

Join us in creating a vibrant, inclusive workplace where everyone’s voice matters. Apply today!