Job Description
We are seeking an energetic and self-driven Maintenance Trades Person to join our team at a leading food production company. Located in Regional Victoria, we produce and supply Australian-made Corn Chips, Tortillas, Chapatis, and Wraps.
This is a hands-on role with some administrative duties, responsible for managing equipment and ensuring mechanical maintenance and breakdown services are performed efficiently.
Liaise with sub-contractors and the food production team to minimize downtime and increase productivity.
Key Responsibilities:
* Participate in Planned Preventive Maintenance Programs
* Perform line changeovers and Production Maintenance
* Respond to and manage breakdowns in a timely manner
* Conduct diagnostics and fault finding
* Ensure stoppages and performance issues are addressed safely and promptly
* Perform routine checks and preventative works
* Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Hygiene Practices (GHP)
* Solve immediate and long-term problems
Required Skills and Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have:
* Previous experience in mechanical maintenance in a Food and Beverage manufacturing environment
* Automated machine operation and breakdown experience
* Troubleshoot, modify, and improve equipment and processes
* Experience with mechanical and pneumatic systems and automation
* Qualification(s) in Engineering or related field preferred but not essential
* Strong work ethic
* Team player with minimal supervision requirements
* Commitment to Safety and Quality at all times