On this episode of Reliability 4.0, we sit down with John Ramirez, Reliability Manager at Rehrig Pacific, to discuss how he turned around a neglected manufacturing plant by implementing a structured three-stage strategy. John shares his insights on tackling low-hanging fruit, identifying top failure points, and integrating planning and scheduling to significantly reduce downtime. With experience in both maintenance and reliability across multiple industries, he explains how building a proactive culture is key to long-term success.

We also dive into the importance of root cause analysis (RCA) in eliminating recurring failures, how data-driven decision-making supports reliability goals, and why having the right experts and tools—such as CMMS and Power BI—can make all the difference. John reflects on his journey from maintenance to reliability leadership, offering valuable advice for engineers looking to drive impactful change in their organizations.