Frutta Juice and Services Limited seeks a skilled Mechanical Engineer to ensure optimal performance of all production machinery and utilities in our beverage manufacturing facility. The role focuses on maintaining, improving, and troubleshooting mechanical systems to maximize equipment reliability and production efficiency while adhering to food safety standards.
Roles and Responsibilities
1. Equipment Maintenance & Reliability
- Perform preventive/predictive maintenance on: Bottling/packaging lines, Pasteurizers & homogenizers, Conveyor systems, Compressed air systems, Chillers & refrigeration units
- Lead troubleshooting of mechanical breakdowns
- Implement reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) strategies
2. Project Engineering
- Design and execute mechanical upgrades for production equipment
- Manage installation of new machinery (URS, FAT, SAT)
- Optimize utilities systems (steam, water, compressed air)
3. Technical Support
- Provide mechanical expertise to production teams
- Train technicians on proper equipment operation/maintenance
- Maintain accurate maintenance records (CMMS)
4. Compliance & Safety
- Ensure all work complies with: NAFDAC/GMP requirements, OSHA safety standards, ISO 55000 asset managementt
- Conduct risk assessments for mechanical systems
JOB REQUIREMENT
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field from any reputable university. Relevant certifications and training are an added advantage.
Work Experience:
- 5+ years in FMCG/beverage manufacturing
- Hands-on with: Hydraulic/pneumatic systems, Gearboxes/power transmission, Welding/fabrication (food-grade), AutoCAD/SolidWorks
Technical requirements:
- Strong troubleshooting skills
- Knowledge of food-grade lubricants
- Understanding of sanitary design principles
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Person Specification
- Building Collaborative and Healthy Relationships - Amiable enough to easily build productive working relationships with co-worker, clients and resources whilst valuing people of different backgrounds, cultures and demographics.
- Communication - Expresses ideas clearly and concisely; passing information (written and orally) to stakeholders appropriately
- Self – Leadership and Accountability - Ability to take ownership and work with little supervision
- Very keen on hygiene.
Required Skills & Behavioural Competencies:
Product and Industry knowledge
Ability to conduct CIP, water treatment and batch mixing.
Juice Processing
Leadership Skill
Exceptional Communication Skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Coach, lead, motivates and inspires subordinates to achieve results.
Job Type: Full-time
Expected Start Date: 01/09/2025