Mechanical Technician-Production Option

Equipment Maintenance

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Inspect machinery regularly to identify potential mechanical issues before failures occur.
• Replace worn or damaged mechanical components, including bearings, belts, gears, shafts, chains, seals, and couplings.
• Maintain hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication, and mechanical drive systems.

Breakdown Response

• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
• Diagnose mechanical faults using appropriate troubleshooting techniques.
• Repair faulty equipment efficiently while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Test repaired machinery to ensure proper operation before returning it to production.

Production Support

• Ensure production equipment operates at maximum efficiency throughout each shift.
• Work closely with production teams to resolve equipment-related challenges.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements to increase productivity.
• Support production changeovers and machine setup activities where required.

Installation & Commissioning

• Assist in the installation, alignment, and commissioning of new machinery and production equipment.
• Conduct equipment testing and performance verification after installation.
• Participate in machinery relocation and production line modifications.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify recurring equipment failures and implement long-term corrective actions.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recommend engineering modifications to improve equipment reliability and reduce maintenance costs.

Spare Parts & Inventory

• Monitor spare parts usage and recommend replenishment of critical mechanical components.
• Maintain tools and maintenance equipment in good working condition.
• Assist in stock control of maintenance materials and consumables.

Documentation

• Complete maintenance reports, service records, and equipment history logs.
• Record breakdown analysis and corrective actions taken.
• Maintain preventive maintenance schedules and inspection records.

Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures during maintenance activities.
• Ensure all maintenance work complies with company standards and statutory regulations.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping in workshops and production areas.
• Minimum Qualifications
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Production Option), Mechanical Engineering (Plant
• Option or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Registration with the relevant professional body is an added advantage.
• Training in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or other CAD software is an added advantage.
• Experience
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience in machine installation, maintenance, and production support.
• Experience with preventive and corrective maintenance of industrial equipment.