Maintenance Executive (Mechanical)

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Job Overview

This position is responsible for ensuring maximum uptime, reliability, and operational efficiency of Tetra Pak aseptic processing and filling lines, including UHT systems, high-pressure homogenizers, TBA/8 filling machines, aseptic Bag-in-Box filling systems, CIP/SIP systems, and utilities, while maintaining compliance with QHSE and food safety standards.

Job Summary

Responsible for maintenance, troubleshooting, reliability improvement, and operational support of aseptic processing and filling systems to ensure uninterrupted production, machine efficiency, and safe plant operations.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Planning and executing breakdown, preventive, and predictive maintenance activities for aseptic processing and filling equipment
• Troubleshooting and resolving mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation-related issues on Tetra Pak UHT plants, homogenizers, TBA/8 fillers, and aseptic Bag-in-Box filling lines
• Managing critical spare parts inventory and coordinating with vendors/OEMs for maintenance support, calibration, and specialized services
• Maintaining maintenance records, machine history, ERP updates, and technical reports as per organizational requirements
• Participating in root cause analysis (RCA), CAPA implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives to minimize downtime and improve OEE
• Planning and executing commissioning, machine overhauls, upgrades, and facility enhancement projects related to aseptic processing and filling operations
• Ensuring compliance with QHSE, GMP, HACCP, and food safety standards during all maintenance activities
• Coordinating with production and quality teams during startups, product changeovers, SIP/CIP cycles, and aseptic sterilization processes
• Training and developing maintenance technicians and operators on machine operation, troubleshooting, and best maintenance practices

KPIs

• Maximizing uptime and reliability of aseptic processing and filling lines
• Reduction in machine breakdowns and downtime
• Improvement in OEE and maintenance efficiency
• Compliance with QHSE, GMP, and food safety standards
• Efficient utilization of maintenance resources and cost optimization
• Successful execution of projects and facility enhancement activities

Work Experience Requirement

• Diploma (Mechanical/Electrical) with 5–7 years of hands-on experience in Tetra Pak aseptic processing and filling lines, or Engineer with 3–5 years of relevant experience
• Strong expertise in UHT systems, high-pressure homogenizers, TBA/8 filling machines, aseptic Bag-in-Box filling systems, CIP/SIP systems, and aseptic processing equipment
• Experience in troubleshooting and maintenance within dairy, beverage, juice, or liquid food manufacturing industries preferred

Qualification

Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University