Mechanical Engineer

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Job Overview

Location

Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Arrangement

On-site

Sector

Engineering & Manufacturing

Experience Level

Mid-level (3-5 years)

About the Company

Our client is a distinguished leader within the production industry, recognized for its commitment to quality and innovation. They operate in a dynamic manufacturing environment where operational excellence and equipment reliability are paramount to their success.

The company fosters a culture that values proactive maintenance, continuous improvement, and the professional development of its engineering team. They are dedicated to ensuring their production lines operate at peak performance, supporting their market leadership.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer to join a leading production industry. In this vital role, you will be responsible for the comprehensive maintenance of plant equipment, ensuring its optimal reliability and minimizing operational disruptions.

Your expertise will be crucial in developing and executing preventive and planned maintenance schedules, responding effectively to equipment breakdowns, and meticulously tracking maintenance activities to enhance performance.

You will also play a key part in recommending process improvements, managing mechanical spare parts and consumables within budget, and ensuring equipment reliability to meet production targets. Furthermore, you will mentor subordinate technicians and ensure strict adherence to safety procedures and industrial maintenance standards.

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Required Skills

Mechanical EngineeringManufacturing MaintenancePPM (Planned Preventive Maintenance)HydraulicsPneumaticsGearboxesConveying SystemsPumpsFilling MachinesPackaging MachinesCan Plant EquipmentProcessing LinesPowder PlantsMayonnaise Filling SystemsUtilities ManagementTroubleshootingMechanical BreakdownsPower Distribution SystemsEquipment PlanningSpare Parts ManagementInventory ControlAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingTeam SupervisionMentoringSafety StandardsIndustrial Maintenance Compliance

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement preventive and planned maintenance schedules for all plant equipment.
Supervise all mechanical maintenance activities during assigned shifts.
Respond promptly to breakdowns and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
Maintain records of breakdowns and maintenance activities for performance tracking.
Recommend modifications and process improvements to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.
Monitor machine condition and report required spares for smooth plant operations.
Manage mechanical spare parts, consumables, and hand tools within approved budget.
Ensure equipment reliability to support production targets.
Train and mentor subordinate mechanical technicians and operators.
Ensure compliance with safety procedures and maintenance standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
Minimum of 4–7 years’ experience in mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing or production environment.
Hands-on experience in PPM (Planned Preventive Maintenance) of industrial equipment such as hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, conveying systems, basic pumps, fillers, packaging machines, can plant equipment, processing lines, powder plants, and mayonnaise/powder filling systems.
Strong knowledge of utilities and production plant equipment.
Proven experience in preventive, corrective, and planned maintenance systems.
Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical breakdowns efficiently.
Basic knowledge of power distribution systems and production equipment planning.
Experience in spare parts management and inventory control.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to supervise and train mechanical technicians.
Knowledge of safety standards and industrial maintenance compliance.

How to Apply

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<p>This role is crucial for maintaining the operational integrity of our production facility. You will be instrumental in ensuring all machinery runs smoothly, minimizing costly downtime, and driving overall efficiency through proactive maintenance strategies.</p> <p>Success in this position will be measured by your ability to reduce equipment failures, optimize maintenance schedules, and effectively manage spare parts inventory.</p>