Maintenance Technician

National Food Products Company | NFPC Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

National Food Products Company | NFPC Group is seeking a Maintenance Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair dairy processing lines and equipment to ensure peak performance.

The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, rapid response to breakdowns, and accurate record-keeping to minimize downtime and preserve product quality.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in the dairy or beverage industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, robotics and industrial control systems.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair homogenizers, pumps, UHT sterilizers, pasteurizers, tanks and processing lines.
• Perform preventive maintenance including lubrication, cleaning, calibration, and record-keeping.
• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, minimize downtime and production losses.
• Collaborate with production to schedule maintenance with minimal production disruption.
• Keep accurate maintenance logs, track parts used and schedules.
• Ensure spare parts inventory supports uninterrupted operation and safety.
• Conduct risk assessments and follow lockout/tagout and electrical safety procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of Fresh/UHT lines per procedures.

Skills

PLC/HMI/SCADA

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Tools

Robotics

Job description

With an incredible portfolio of food & beverage products, NFPC currently has an exciting opportunity for a talented Maintenance Technician to join our team.

JOB PURPOSE

The role holder will inspect, maintain, and repair homogenizers, pumps, UHT sterilizers, pasteurizers, tank Agitators, HSM Mixers, Aseptic tanks, Valve Cluster Services, and other mechanical lines to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime. The Technician is responsible for the overall efficiency and reliability of our production line as per the OEM standards and ensures smooth operation of the fresh production lines.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic assessments and root cause analysis on equipment malfunctions; troubleshoot and repair systems such as homogenizers, pasteurizers, sterilizers, valve alarms, milk powder hoppers, conveyor systems, and associated process lines.
• Conduct preventive maintenance activities, such as lubrication, cleaning, and calibration of equipment to ensure optimum performance and extend machine life.
• Ensure prompt response to equipment breakdowns or emergencies, implementing quick and effective repairs to minimize downtime and production losses.
• Collaborate with the production team to schedule preventative maintenance activities in a way that minimizes disruption to production schedules.
• Keep accurate records of maintenance activities, including repairs performed, parts used, and maintenance schedules.
• Ensure spare parts and components required for repairs or replacement, ensuring an adequate inventory level for uninterrupted operations.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential hazards associated with maintenance activities on processing equipment.
• Follow established safe work practices when performing maintenance tasks, such as lockout/tagout procedures, equipment isolation, and electrical safety precautions
• Maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of Fresh/UHT lines machinery, ensuring that all surfaces, parts, and components are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized according to established procedures.

Skills & Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in the dairy or beverage industry
• Strong technical knowledge with different types of PLCs HMIs, SCADA systems, robotics, and industrial control systems
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills