Key Responsibilities
Perform preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance of production machinery and equipment.
Diagnose mechanical faults and carry out repairs to minimize machine downtime.
Install, dismantle, align, and assemble mechanical components and equipment.
Maintain conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, motors, bearings, couplings, belts, chains, rollers, and other mechanical systems.
Replace worn or damaged machine parts and ensure proper functioning after repairs.
Perform lubrication and routine inspection of machines as per the maintenance schedule.
Assist in machine installation, commissioning, and modification activities.
Read and understand mechanical drawings, assembly drawings, and equipment manuals.
Ensure proper use and maintenance of hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments.
Maintain maintenance records, job cards, and equipment history.
Coordinate with production teams to reduce machine downtime.
Follow 5S practices and maintain cleanliness in the maintenance workshop.
Comply with all company safety policies and use PPE during maintenance activities.
Required Skills
Good knowledge of mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting.
Understanding of bearings, shafts, gearboxes, conveyors, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Ability to use measuring instruments such as Vernier caliper, micrometer, dial gauge, and feeler gauge.
Basic welding and fabrication knowledge is an added advantage.
Ability to interpret mechanical drawings.
Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team.
Preferred Skills
Experience in preventive maintenance planning.
Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic circuits.
Familiarity with industrial machinery used in manufacturing plants.
Basic knowledge of TPM, 5S, and Kaizen practices.
Exposure to SAP, CMMS, or maintenance documentation is an added advantage.
Qualification
ITI in Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Mechanical Maintenance, or related trade
OR
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
1–3 years of experience in mechanical maintenance in a manufacturing or industrial environment.