This full-time role is responsible for managing the maintenance operations within the facility, ensuring all activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies, regulations, and standard operating procedures. The position involves leading the Mechanical Maintenance team, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and maintaining high standards of equipment reliability and operational uptime. The successful candidate will coordinate maintenance schedules, support daily operations, and ensure strict adherence to quality, health, and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure all maintenance tasks comply with safety standards, company policies, regulations, and SOPs.
- Monitor and achieve departmental targets, focusing on minimizing equipment downtime and breakdowns.
- Perform root cause analyses to diagnose machinery issues and provide technical support.
- Review and enhance standard maintenance procedures and documentation to improve efficiency and quality.
- Lead and manage the Mechanical Maintenance team through training, mentoring, coaching, motivation, and performance management.
- Maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) as applied to plant and equipment.
- Oversee maintenance documentation in accordance with current GMP (cGMP) requirements.
- Support the smooth functioning of the IPL Hygiene and Maintenance department.
- Manage maintenance records including checklists, log books, work orders, and follow-up actions.
- Monitor and ensure timely completion of the annual maintenance plan.
- Prepare weekly maintenance schedules and allocate work assignments effectively.
- Assist in the development and adherence to the maintenance budget.
- Monitor inventory levels of materials and equipment to ensure availability.
- Participate in project coordination activities such as facility renovations.
- Conduct end-of-day inspections to verify proper closing of manufacturing areas.
- Review and verify the quality and compliance of activities performed by subordinates.
- Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience in maintenance management within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
- Strong knowledge of safety standards, regulatory compliance, and SOPs related to maintenance operations.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct root cause analysis and provide technical diagnostics.
- Experience in managing and developing maintenance teams through training and performance management.
- Familiarity with GMP and cGMP principles relevant to plant and equipment maintenance.
- Proficiency in maintenance documentation, scheduling, and record-keeping.
- Ability to manage budgets and monitor inventory effectively.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Experience coordinating maintenance projects and facility renovations.
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality, health, and safety regulations.
- Competitive monthly salary ranging from Rs80,000 to Rs90,000.
- Position requires in-person attendance at the work location.
This role offers a significant opportunity to lead a vital function within the organization, ensuring operational excellence and reliability through effective maintenance management.