Summary
Date Posted: Monday, July 10 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
DEPARTMENT: FACTORY
REPORTS TO: FACTORY MAINTENANCE MANAGER
PRIMARY FOCUS
To ensure the factory equipment is running optimally and that all the equipment is kept in an original standard and running at the most efficient and optimum level.

PRIMARY REQUIREMENTS AND TASKS
1. Your Job as our machinery maintenance mechanic is to inspect, maintain, repair, and adjust our processing machinery and equipment to ensure its proper operation in the plant. Your role is vital in keeping production lines running and the business profitable.
2. You have to ensure that the machinery in our plants is maintained regularly, breakdowns and delays with one machine can hinder a plant’s entire operation, which is costly for the company. The best way to do this is through preventive maintenance so this forms the major part of your job. You need to identify potential breakdowns and fix problems before any real damage or delays occur. Be alert and observe the equipment and if you notice that a machine is vibrating, rattling, or squeaking, or if the machine is producing damages, then it may have a problem that needs attention. Many types of new machinery are built with programmed internal evaluation systems that check the accuracy and condition of equipment. These systems will assist you in your jobs, and you are also responsible for maintaining the check-up systems.
3. You need to have a good knowledge of a wide range of tools used in doing preventive maintenance or making repairs. For example, you may use simple tools such as a screwdriver and spanners or a hoist or forklift to lift heavy parts off the ground. You may be required to solder or weld. You will use power and hand tools and precision measuring instruments. It is your job to troubleshoot the entire plant’s operations.
4. You must inspect the equipment, oil and grease moving components, and clean and repair parts, and you need to keep detailed maintenance records on the equipment you have serviced. You will have referred to the equipment diagrams, blueprints and engineering specifications to maintain and fix equipment. In addition to the use and care of machine and hand tools, you need to have and execute all levels of an operator and also have knowledge of, lubrication, and adjustment of the machinery and equipment you maintain.
5. When breakdowns occur, you may have to partially or completely disassemble a machine to make the necessary repairs. You may have to replace worn bearings, adjust clutches, and replace and repair defective parts. You are also responsible for ensuring that the factory maintenance manager has the information required to order replacement parts from the machinery’s manufacturer. If no parts are available, they may have to make the necessary replacements, using milling machines, lathes, or other tooling equipment or taking them to the engineering company. After the machine is reassembled, you have to make adjustments to set it for operations settings. You often have to work with the machine’s regular operator to test it. When repairing electronically controlled machinery, you have to work closely with electricians who maintain the machine’s electronic parts.
6. Installations of Machinery are common in our plant. As we invest in new equipment, we rely on you to assist to properly situate and install the machinery.
7. You will need to constantly improve your knowledge and aim for a diploma in a related field. You will also need to spend time reading the machine manuals so that you get a better understanding of your machines. Because of technological advances, you should be willing to learn the requirements of new machines and production techniques. When we purchase new equipment, the equipment’s manufacturer will often train you in proper operation and maintenance. So you need to be adaptable and to have inquiring minds.
8. You should possess mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity and be in good physical condition and agile as you will sometimes have to lift heavy objects, crawl under large machines, or climb to reach equipment located high above the factory floor.
9. You are required to use Safety procedures and lockout methods whilst conducting work on hazardous areas.
10. You may encounter a variety of working conditions which maybe hot, noisy, and dirty or relatively quiet and clean. You frequently work with greasy, dirty equipment and need to be able to adapt to a variety of physical conditions. Because machinery is not always accessible, mechanics may have to work in stooped or cramped positions or on high ladders. That said you need to always remember that we produce a food that requires that you always leave the machine in a spotless condition after working on it.
11. Working around machinery poses some danger, you can reduce this risk by following proper safety precautions. Modern machinery includes many safety features and devices, and most plants follow good safety practices. You need to wear protective clothing and equipment, such as hard hats and safety belts, glasses, and shoes.
12. You need to work with little supervision and need to be able to work well with others. You need to be flexible and respond to changing priorities, which can result in interruptions that pull you off one job to repair a more urgent problem. Working hours can be at any time and overtime is common because we cannot afford breakdowns you may be called to the plant at night or on weekends for emergency repairs.
13. You need to manage your time correctly so that during the slower production periods and temporary shutdowns this is the best time to overhaul equipment.
14. You are responsible for the correct disposal and storage of potential pollutants such as used oil, grease, papers, scrap metal, empty boxes, saw dust and any other waste as may come from the workshop.
15. You are responsible for ensuring that food safe pest control measures are followed and are carried out to ensure that pests are eliminated from the factory.
16. Keep records of assignments and produce detailed work reports
17. Do not wash machines and parts where you will contaminate the soil or surrounding.
18. You are responsible for keeping the workshop and its’ surrounding as neat, tidy and organized as possible so that you are able to function as efficiently as possible.
19. You will be required to perform any work duties as assigned by your manager.

Key Requirements
• Minimum qualification of a Trades Certificate in Machine Operating or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 1-year relevant working experience.
• Good verbal communication skills in English
• Strong attention to detail with ability to plan, organize, prioritize and multi-task
• Good interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work in a team.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: Professional Certificate

Job application procedure
Candidates meeting the above requirements are to send their applications to nvl4@employee.com    not later than 15/07/2023.

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