QSSK-Plant Engineer/ Engineering Manager/ Maintenance Manager- (Confectionery Division)

Job Purpose

To provide engineering leadership through the effective management of maintenance, utilities, reliability, plant assets, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing operations. 

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance & Reliability

Develop and implement preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs. 

Monitor equipment performance and improve plant reliability. 

Lead root cause analysis (RCA) investigations and implement corrective actions. 

Track and improve MTBF and MTTR. 

Implement condition-monitoring techniques and reliability-centered maintenance. 

Utilities Management

Manage all plant utilities including boilers, air compressors, refrigeration systems, steam systems, power distribution, water treatment, and waste water treatment facilities. 

Ensure uninterrupted utility services and monitor consumption for optimization. 

Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. 

Spare Parts & Inventory

Ensure availability of critical spare parts. 

Monitor consumption and inventory levels; review variances and implement corrective actions. 

Collaborate with procurement for timely acquisition of engineering materials. 

Engineering Projects & CAPEX

Plan, coordinate, and implement engineering projects including equipment installation, modification, commissioning, and plant expansions. 

Develop technical specifications and manage projects within approved budgets and timelines. 

Safety, Food Safety & Compliance

Promote a culture of safety and ensure compliance with OSHA, food safety (GMP), and environmental regulations. 

Conduct safety audits and implement corrective actions. 

Continuous Improvement

Lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve plant efficiency. 

Implement Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and 5S methodologies. 

Develop and implement strategies to improve OEE. 

Team Leadership & People Management

Lead, coach, and develop the engineering and maintenance team. 

Conduct performance appraisals and identify training needs. 

Develop an Engineering Skill Matrix and conduct competency assessments. 

Budget & Financial Management

Prepare and manage the Engineering and Maintenance budget. 

Ensure maintenance spending is controlled within budget. 

Documentation & Systems

Maintain accurate equipment histories, maintenance records, and breakdown reports in SAP or approved systems. 

Prepare and submit engineering performance reports. 

Qualification and Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering. 

Registration with relevant engineering professional body is an added advantage. 

Experience

7–10 years of engineering experience within an FMCG manufacturing environment. 

At least 5 years of experience in confectionery manufacturing. 

Experience managing high-speed production lines. 

Technical Skills

Hands-on experience with confectionery manufacturing equipment. 

Knowledge of preventive, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance. 

Experience with utilities management (boilers, compressors, refrigeration, water treatment). 

Knowledge of TPM, Lean Manufacturing, and 5S methodologies. 

Experience with SAP maintenance modules. 

Strong troubleshooting and RCA skills. 

Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics. 

Core Competencies

Hands-on technical and problem-solving ability. 

Analytical and data-driven decision making. 

Strong planning, execution, and follow-up. 

RCA and continuous improvement mindset. 

Cost and business awareness. 

Strong safety and quality mindset. 

Effective communication and stakeholder management.