Mechnical Technician
Core
Operate, maintain, and optimize mechanical and electrical production machinery in a food manufacturing environment to ensure safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
Role type
Mechanical Technician (Manufacturing)
Builds
Production plant availability and food safety compliance
Domain
Food Manufacturing / Industrial Maintenance
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work
Required skills
Condition Based Monitoring, Machining and Fabrication, Machinery assembly and repair, Automation and Control, Power distribution systems, Electrical control circuits, Control instrumentation and sensors, PLC programming and fault finding, Emergency Work Order management, Root cause analysis, Project management, Food safety compliance (HACCP, GMP, FSSC), Utility management, 5S practices
Preferred skills
TPM methodology, Cost Deployment, Zero loss concept, Change management, External resource engagement
Technologies
PLC, SCADA, Condition Based Monitoring systems, Calibration tools, Water treatment systems, Chemical handling systems
Responsibilities
Conduct machinery assembly, sub-assembly, and component repairs; Optimize control instrumentation and sensors; Manage spare parts stock control and preventive maintenance plans; Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, and FSSC requirements; Supervise utility equipment (boilers, compressors, water treatment) and chemical handling; Lead production crew to meet food safety objectives; Perform periodic cleaning and monitoring of water tanks and equipment; Initiate and lead machine and equipment changes in the plant.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC