Maintenance & Troubleshooting:

• Perform preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on all production and utility machinery.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults in bottling, packaging, and filling lines.
• Oversee maintenance of pumps, compressors, valves, gearboxes, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment breakdowns quickly to minimize production interruptions.
• Ensure machinery performance aligns with OEM standards and safety regulations.

2. Preventive Maintenance Planning:

• Develop and execute preventive maintenance programs for all mechanical systems.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities using CMMS software.
• Plan and schedule machine overhauls and component replacements.

3. Equipment Installation & Commissioning:

• Participate in the installation, alignment, and commissioning of new machines and production lines.
• Review mechanical drawings, assembly layouts, and machine specifications.
• Ensure smooth integration of new machinery into existing systems.

4. Process Improvement & Optimization:

• Analyze recurring mechanical issues and propose engineering solutions to prevent reoccurrence.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to increase line efficiency and reduce energy or material waste.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives (TPM, Lean, Six Sigma).

5. Spare Parts & Inventory Management:

• Identify required spare parts and critical components and ensure their availability.
• Coordinate with the procurement department to maintain adequate spare parts inventory.
• Monitor consumption of lubricants, filters, and mechanical consumables.

6. Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure maintenance work is carried out following HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and toolbox talks before major maintenance jobs.
• Promote a safety-first culture within the maintenance team.

Skills

• achelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in production line maintenance within the soft drinks or bottled water industry.
• Strong knowledge of filling, packaging, labeling, and blow molding equipment.
• Hands-on experience with machines from Krones, Sidel, KHS, or similar manufacturers.
• Proficiency in mechanical troubleshooting, alignment, and assembly.
• Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Experience using maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and teamwork skills.