MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN

San Ġwann, Malta Island
€27,291-27,802 per year
Permanent
Full-time

1 day ago

FULL TIME
SAN GWANN, MALTA
FULL DAY
02 October 2025
Ref: 422880

Support the Factory Engineer in providing a technical service in terms of processing and production, by driving continuous improvement, preventive and breakdown maintenance.Key Accountabilities Preventive and Breakdown Maintenance of Plant Machinery and Equipment Execute the preventive maintenance program, follow equipment health checks, Parameter sheets, and intervention log sheets Perform breakdown maintenance on food packaging, processing, and auxiliary equipment Perform electrical and mechanical overhauls of machinery and equipment to ensure sustained performance throughout its lifetime. Participate in OEE and waste reduction projects Test and verify equipment and machinery after repair for efficiency and ensure proper running Take active part in any alterations and modifications on equipment or installations with superiors. This also applies to any new installations or relocations of machinery or lines. Follow the regular inspection schedule for the verification of electrical, mechanical, compressed air, and any other installations to ensure safe and efficient use of these services Support the Production Department in training of personnel, setting up of the production lines, and improvement of equipment to give better efficiency and / or higher quality to the end product Assist in the documentation and recording of any installations and/or alterations effected Adherence to procedures in line with Company standards Ensure that all safety guards and other safety features on equipment and machinery are installed and subsequently operational to safeguard the employees using machinery Responsible for the safekeeping of equipment assigned Maintains quality services by establishing and enforcing organization standards Ensure correct procedures when taking necessary parts from stores Ensure that PPE is worn according to the task being performed Effective Communication between departments and efficient internal support Share relevant information, ideas and insights Build and maintain good working relationships with all stakeholders Liaise with Production in discussing optimal ways to execute preventive plan Communicate and liaise with all stakeholders to ensure for sufficient spare parts Ensure for the communication and handover during change of shift Freedom to Act Variation in work sequence and routine. Ideal Candidate Profile Education Mechanical BTEC Diploma / HND Engineering - MQF 4/5 or equivalent (An electrical BTEC diploma can be considered in combination with a minimum 4 years working experience in manufacturing) Wireman’s electrical License A and B Experience 2 years’ experience in a food/pharmaceutical/chemical manufacturing working environment Self-leading experience with subordinate to procedural skills. Technical Skills Hands-on working aptitude Technical insight in a complex manufacturing environment Experienced with GMP, ISO Standards, Safe Food Handling, HACCP practices and HSE guidelines. Continuous Improvement Experience/Certification highly desirable Ability to show track record of improving production, and solving problems Organisation of workflow in best sequence A variable thinking capability to handle differing situations that require the identification and selection of solutions within the area of expertise as well as acquired knowledge. Competencies HR skills to get along with people effectively Mechanical Reasoning Problem Solving Attention to detail Drive for results Adaptability Rule orientation Teamwork Verbal and written communication Process Engineering and systems agility Safety, security and quality orientation Knowledge sharing Modelling (leading by example)ProfilesIf multiple Education and Language Profiles are defined, please note that you must fit at least one of them, but not necessarily all.PROFILE 1LanguageReadingSpeakingUnderstandingWritingENGLISHISCED Level: Post-secondary non-tertiary education - Level (4)Competencies

Check functioning of equipment and conformity of hydraulic/pneumatic circuits Decide on technical repair solutions
Analyse technical problems and customer needs
Determine technical solutions for improvement of equipment/installations (quality, suitability, cycles, safety...)
Detect a malfunction in the installation and decide on technical solutions and terms of repair
Give technical assistance to production, quality, maintenance... Departments
Determine preventive/corrective interventions as per nature of work (activation/change in production) or maintenance history
Identify, analyse malfunctions and non-conformities, diagnose causes and specify corrective actions

Past ExperienceOccupationExperience(months)TECHNICIAN, MECHANICAL ENGINEERING24Driving LicencesNo Driving Licenses required for this vacancyApplyPlease be aware that you will be submitting the Application as and that your CV will be part of your application. For additional information, use the message box below.Message to employerYou must complete the account profile creation to be able to apply for a course.

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