Reporting To: Plant Manager / General Manager – Operations
Location: Sango-Ota, Ogun State.
Industry: Flexible Packaging / Manufacturing.
Job Summary:
The Mechanical Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all mechanical maintenance activities within the flexible packaging plant. This role ensures the continuous, safe, and efficient operation of all mechanical equipment and utilities through effective preventive and corrective maintenance, resource management, and team leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintenance Management
- Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs for all production and utility equipment (extruders, printing machines, laminators, slitters, compressors, chillers, etc.).
- Supervise and coordinate daily maintenance activities to minimize downtime and maximize machine availability.
- Ensure all breakdowns are attended to promptly with root cause analysis and corrective action plans.
Equipment Reliability & Performance
- Monitor mechanical equipment performance and ensure optimal operation efficiency.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing machine downtime and maintenance costs.
- Maintain detailed maintenance records, logs, and reports for performance tracking.
Team Leadership & Development
- Supervise mechanical engineers, technicians, and artisans, ensuring proper skill utilization and motivation.
- Conduct regular technical training and skill development sessions for maintenance personnel.
- Ensure adherence to safety procedures and company maintenance standards.
Spare Parts & Inventory Control
- Plan and monitor the availability of critical mechanical spares and consumables.
- Coordinate with the procurement department to ensure timely replenishment and cost control.
Projects & Installation
- Oversee mechanical aspects of new equipment installation, commissioning, and plant expansion projects.
- Liaise with OEMs and contractors to ensure proper installation, calibration, and handover.
Safety, Quality & Compliance
- Enforce compliance with safety, environmental, and statutory maintenance regulations.
- Ensure all maintenance works adhere to ISO/quality standards and company policies.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree / HND in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
- Minimum of 7–10 years of relevant experience in mechanical maintenance within a flexible packaging or manufacturing environment.
- Strong technical knowledge of extrusion, printing, lamination, slitting, and utility systems.
- Proven leadership and people management skills.
- Proficiency in maintenance management systems (CMMS) and MS Office applications.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Key Competencies:
- Hands-on mechanical expertise
- Leadership and team coordination
- Preventive maintenance planning
- Root cause analysis and troubleshooting
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Safety and quality consciousness
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