Tupande Senior Soko Maintenance Supervisor - Sagana

Job summary

Tupande Macadamia Factory Mechanical technician role is focused on maintaining, repairing, and improving mechanical systems and equipment to ensure smooth and reliable operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical equipment and machinery in the macadamia factory to ensure optimal operation and minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical issues, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production teams to optimize equipment performance, improve efficiency, and reduce waste.
• Install, test, and commission new mechanical equipment and machinery, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules and procedures to extend equipment lifespan and reduce maintenance costs.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience as a mechanical technician in a manufacturing, FMCG, or food production environment.
• Good understanding of mechanical systems, including pneumatics, hydraulics, and basic electrical work.
• Experience in welding and fabrication, especially food-grade welding (stainless steel, polishing, etc.).
• Experience in maintaining and repairing production equipment such as conveyors, motors, gears, and drive chains.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, blueprints, and manuals.
• Skilled in using hand tools, power tools, and other mechanical equipment.
• A valid certification in a mechanical trade or equivalent experience.
• Strong focus on safety, able to follow OSH rules, do risk assessments, keep safety records, and promote safe work practices.

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