JOB TITLE BAKERY TECHNICIAN

NATURE OF JOB FULL TIME

INDUSTRY BAKERY / FOOD MANUFACTURING

SALARY KSHS.40,000-60,000

JOB LOCATION MLOLONGO

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Equipment Maintenance

· Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on bakery production equipment, including ovens, mixers, proofers, conveyors, slicers, packaging machines, and other processing equipment.

· Conduct routine inspections to identify potential equipment faults before they result in breakdowns.

· Repair mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical faults promptly to minimize production downtime.

· Ensure machinery operates efficiently and meets production requirements.

Preventive Maintenance

· Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for all production equipment.

· Maintain maintenance records, service logs, and equipment history.

· Monitor equipment performance and recommend maintenance improvements.

· Ensure timely servicing and replacement of worn or damaged components.

Troubleshooting & Repairs

· Diagnose equipment failures using appropriate testing and troubleshooting techniques.

· Respond promptly to emergency breakdowns during production.

· Coordinate major repairs with external service providers where necessary.

· Test repaired equipment to ensure optimal performance before returning it to production.

Health, Safety & Compliance

· Ensure all maintenance work complies with occupational health and safety regulations.

· Follow lockout/tagout procedures and other safe maintenance practices.

· Maintain a clean and safe maintenance workshop and production environment.

· Support compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety requirements during maintenance activities.

Spare Parts & Inventory Management

· Monitor the availability of critical spare parts and maintenance consumables.

· Recommend procurement of replacement parts before stock levels become critical.

· Maintain accurate records of spare parts usage and equipment servicing.

· Assist in controlling maintenance costs through efficient resource utilization.

Continuous Improvement

· Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and production efficiency.

· Recommend process improvements that reduce downtime and maintenance costs.

· Support production teams by providing technical advice on equipment operation.

· Participate in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.

Reporting & Documentation

· Maintain accurate maintenance reports, equipment service records, and breakdown logs.

· Prepare maintenance schedules and performance reports.

· Report recurring equipment failures and recommend long-term corrective actions.

· Ensure maintenance documentation is complete and readily available for audits.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

· Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.

· Minimum of 5 years' maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.

· Experience in a bakery or food manufacturing environment is an added advantage.

· Knowledge of preventive maintenance systems and industrial machinery.

· Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.

· Good understanding of industrial automation and manufacturing equipment.

· Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, engineering drawings, and electrical schematics.

HOW TO APPLY

· If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com

· Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

· Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.