Mechanical / Utility Engineer

About this role

The role is for a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to join Addme Nutrition Limited’s factory operations team in Lagos. It targets candidates with a mechanical engineering qualification and several years’ experience in manufacturing, preferably in food, FMCG, beverage or pharmaceutical sectors. The company focuses on the manufacturing, processing, packaging and distribution of food and seasoning products.

What you would do

• Carry out preventive, corrective and breakdown maintenance on factory machinery and equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical faults to minimise production downtime.
• Service and maintain motors, gearboxes, bearings, belts, chains, shafts, pumps, conveyors and mixers.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules.
• Inspect machinery to identify potential failures and support installation, alignment, commissioning and modification of machines.
• Supervise technicians and external maintenance contractors as required.

What they are asking for

• BSc or HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 3-4 years of experience, preferably in food manufacturing, FMCG, beverage, pharmaceutical or related manufacturing industries.
• Strong practical experience in industrial machinery maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of mechanical components, pneumatic systems, pumps, conveyors, motors, gearboxes, bearings, belts and chains.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and technical manuals.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills; hands-on, proactive, safety-conscious and able to work in a fast-paced factory environment.

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