Mechanical Technician

Role & responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on production machinery, crimping machines, assembly fixtures, and conveyors
• Diagnose and repair mechanical failures in a timely manner to minimize production downtime
• Maintain and overhaul pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical drive systems
• Perform lubrication, alignment, and adjustment of mechanical components as per PM schedule
• Maintain maintenance logs, job cards, and breakdown history for all mechanical equipment
• Coordinate with the Maintenance Head for spare parts procurement
• Assist in installation, commissioning, and relocation of production equipment
• Perform die and mould changes, tool maintenance, and jig setup for production lines
• Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out safely with required PPE and permits
• Identify and report root causes of recurring mechanical failures to the Maintenance Head

Key Deliverables

• Proficiency in mechanical maintenance and repair techniques
• Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and maintenance manuals
• Familiarity with precision measurement tools (Vernier, micrometer)
• Safety consciousness and adherence to permit-to-work procedures
• Physical fitness and manual dexterity for mechanical work
• Mechanical breakdown frequency and resolution time
• PM schedule adherence
• Equipment availability and uptime
• Zero mechanical safety incidents
• Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) improvement

Required Qualifications & Experience

• ITI in Fitter, Turner, or Machinist trade; Diploma in Mechanical Engineering preferred
• 2-5 years of experience in mechanical maintenance in a manufacturing plant
• Experience with pneumatic systems, conveyor maintenance, and machine servicing