Quality Reliability Specialist

Position Summary:

The Reliability Specialist is a key technical and strategic role responsible for improving the reliability and performance of all manufacturing assets and processes across Aptiv Connection Systems' plants in the Americas region. This role is focused on minimizing unplanned downtime, reducing maintenance costs, and maximizing asset utilization through the implementation of world-class reliability best practices, with a strong emphasis on statistical analysis and data-driven decision-making. The specialist will act as a subject matter expert, collaborating with plant maintenance, engineering, and operations teams to drive continuous improvement in asset health and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy & Statistical Analysis:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive regional reliability strategy, using statistical methods to analyze data to identify trends and predict failures before they occur.
• Assess and manage risks associated with reliability using statistical tools (ex. Weibull analysis), developing a proactive, data-driven approach to maintenance rather than a reactive one.
• Act as the statistical specialist on SPC, GD&T, and Metrology, providing guidance and support to plant-level teams to ensure the integrity and reliability of all manufacturing processes.

Technical Expertise & Support:

• Serve as the primary technical resource for complex reliability issues, providing guidance and support to plant-level maintenance and engineering teams.
• Lead and facilitate Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations for significant equipment failures to prevent recurrence.
• Conduct equipment criticality assessments to prioritize maintenance efforts and allocate resources effectively.
• Provide expertise in asset health monitoring and the use of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to track and analyze asset performance data.

Data Analysis & Reporting:

• Monitor and analyze key reliability metrics such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), and Mean Time to Repair (MTTR).
• Use statistical data to identify systemic issues and opportunities for improvement across the region.
• Generate regular reports on asset performance, maintenance costs, and reliability improvements for regional leadership.
• Forecast and track savings and ROI from reliability initiatives.

Collaboration & Training:

• Work closely with plant maintenance managers, engineers, and operations personnel to build a strong reliability culture.
• Develop and deliver training programs on reliability principles, statistical analysis, and RCA methodologies to plant staff.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and best practice exchange among the various manufacturing plants in the region.
• Partner with capital projects teams to ensure new equipment is specified and installed with reliability and maintainability in mind.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field and a minimum of 10 years of work experience in automotive or other high volume manufacturing environment.
• 6 Sigma master black belt or similar certification with Proven experience using statistical methods to analyze data, identify trends, and predict failures.
• 5+ years of experience in a reliability, maintenance, or asset management role within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to assess and manage risks associated with reliability using statistical tools.
• Strong expertise in SPC, GD&T, and Measurement Systems Analysis.
• Strong working knowledge of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interface with customers and internal teams.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple customer requirements, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Mastery in in Microsoft Powerpoint is required.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% to various manufacturing sites within the Americas region.

Preferred Skills:

• Spanish speaking skills and experience in working or travelling to Mexico.
• Experience with Automotive Electrical Systems and Electrical/Electronics manufacturing.
• Six Sigma, CQE or Lean Manufacturing certification.

Work Environment:

• This role requires a mix of office and on-site work at manufacturing facilities and customer locations.
• This is not a remote or hybrid role. In person meetings are required.
• Travel may be required to support customer meetings, audits, and address quality concerns.