Details of the role:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the following tasks:

• Share responsibility for the maintenance of buildings, installations, machinery, and tools.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement and innovation of the machine park.
• Support the 2015 VPMS Process 8 Maintenance service.
• Report directly to the Maintenance Coordinator and Maintenance Manager.

Responsibilities of the role:

• Perform daily inspections, repairs, and maintenance tasks to ensure optimal functionality of equipment and facilities.
• Assist in the creation, implementation, and tracking of an annual maintenance plan, adhering to budget constraints.
• Execute daily and weekly maintenance schedules, particularly for machine lines (ML) and energy supplies.
• Monitor inventory of critical spare parts to minimize downtime.
• Contribute to developing solutions for technical challenges and troubleshooting equipment issues.
• Supervise external contractors during repair or maintenance activities to ensure standards and timelines are met.
• Manage, use, and maintain tools, equipment, and energy supplies effectively.
• Prepare and maintain documentation for machinery, tools, and buildings, ensuring accurate records of maintenance activities.
• Assist in creating an annual preventive maintenance plan to minimize unexpected equipment failures.
• Prioritize cleanliness, order, environmental awareness, and safety on-site.
• Develop technical specifications, standards, and manuals for equipment.
• Ensure safety regulations are followed and that all equipment meets safety standards.
• Contribute to the implementation of all safety regulations, such as machinery directives, fire permits, inspections, etc.
• Promote a culture of safety and environmental consciousness within the team.

Background/experience:

Technical knowledge & skills:

Strong electrical knowledge is essential:

• • Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and schematics accurately.
  • Understand and design start/stop control and main circuits for example 3-phase motors (including delta connection).
  • Know motor protection methods including overload protection and proper fuse application.
  • Understand and apply Ohm's law and basic electrical calculations confidently.
  • Knowledge of motor components and protections (e.g., PTC sensors for overheating protection).
  • Familiarity with power factor (cos φ) and methods to improve it (e.g., capacitors).
  • Awareness of motor switch ratings and how to select them correctly.
  • Understanding of different electrical protections (fuses, thermal devices, contactors, etc.).
  • knowledge of LOTO.

Mechanical knowledge:

• Mechanical maintenance and repair skills (less emphasis than electrical knowledge but still required).

Experience:

• Preferably experience in:
  • Electrical and mechanical maintenance in an industrial environment.
  • Food industry or packaging sector is a plus.

Education & background:

• Technical education related to electrical engineering, electromechanics, or industrial maintenance.
• Formal training or certification in electrical maintenance is strongly preferred.
• Practical hands-on experience with electrical troubleshooting and maintenance.

Soft Skills & responsibilities:

• Ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve electrical faults.
• Capacity to work alone on standby shifts in the factory without supervision.
• Attention to detail and accuracy to avoid dangerous mistakes in a production environment.
• Willingness to learn and improve electrical knowledge continuously.

Other considerations:

• Broader candidate search allowed beyond those who worked at Viskase: candidates from related industries with relevant experience can be considered.
• Candidate must demonstrate reliability and safety awareness due to the critical nature of the role.