Maintenance Engineer

Hoya Vision Care; Chennai District; Presencial; INR 1.800.000 - 3.000.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Hoya Vision Care is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead the upkeep of production and laboratory equipment at our Chennai facility. The role requires overseeing installation, preventive maintenance, and safety programs, while mentoring technicians and managing budgets.

The ideal candidate will have 8–10 years in maintenance leadership, familiarity with ISO standards, and strong analytical abilities to drive continuous improvements in equipment performance.

Formación

• Minimum 8–10 years of maintenance management or operations experience.
• Experience in optical/laboratory equipment maintenance is an advantage.
• Experience with CMMS software and preventive maintenance planning.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, or other quality and safety standards.
• Digitally engaged; proficient with computer systems.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee installation, repair, and maintenance of production and laboratory equipment.
• Develop preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
• Conduct regular equipment inspections and document service history.
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure availability of critical components.
• Supervise maintenance technicians and provide on-the-job training.
• Ensure all activities comply with safety regulations and ISO standards.
• Prepare maintenance budgets and monitor expenditures.
• Track maintenance KPIs and report performance to management.
• Coordinate with vendors for specialized maintenance.
• Maintain and update maintenance procedures and manuals.

Conocimientos

Technical Expertise

Leadership & Team Management

Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills

Safety Consciousness

Communication Skills

Time Management & Organization

Computer Proficiency

Preventive Maintenance Planning

Cost Management

Continuous Improvement

Maintenance Documentation

Educación

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Herramientas

CMMS software

MS Excel

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

Job Description:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance & Operations:

• Oversee installation, repair, and maintenance of production and laboratory equipment
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime
• Conduct regular equipment inspections and identify potential issues before failures occur
• Maintain detailed equipment records, maintenance logs, and service history
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure availability of critical components

Team Management

• Supervise and mentor maintenance technicians and support staff
• Assign maintenance tasks and monitor progress and quality of work
• Provide on-the-job training and guidance to maintenance staff
• Conduct performance evaluations and coordinate professional development

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations, ISO standards, and company policies
• Implement and monitor health and safety protocols for maintenance operations
• Conduct safety audits and investigations for maintenance-related incidents
• Maintain OSHA compliance and coordinate safety training programs

Planning & Documentation

• Prepare maintenance budgets and monitor expenditures
• Track maintenance KPIs and provide performance reports to Manager
• Identify and recommend equipment upgrades or replacements
• Document maintenance procedures and update maintenance manuals

Facility Management

• Oversee maintenance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and utility systems
• Ensure facility cleanliness and proper functioning of all building systems
• Coordinate with vendors and external service providers for specialized maintenance

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of equipment, machinery, and maintenance procedures
• Leadership & Team Management: Ability to supervise, motivate, and develop team members
• Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills: Creative approach to troubleshooting and resolving maintenance issues
• Safety Consciousness: Strong commitment to safety practices and regulatory compliance
• Communication Skills: Clear and effective communication with team members and management
• Time Management & Organization: Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage schedules
• Computer Proficiency: Proficiency Excel and MS Office
• Preventive Maintenance Planning: Ability to develop and execute effective preventive maintenance strategies
• Cost Management: Ability to manage budgets and minimize maintenance costs
• Continuous Improvement: Commitment to identifying and implementing process improvements
• Maintain availability of the equipment according to the KPIs defined and if necessary, propose equipment improvement or new equipment
• Manage the spares stocks

Education

• Relevant bachelor's degree

Experience

• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in maintenance management or operations
• Proven track record of managing maintenance teams and achieving KPIs
• Experience in optical/laboratory equipment maintenance is an advantage
• Experience with CMMS software and preventive maintenance planning
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, or other relevant quality and safety standards
• Optical qualifications and experience an advantage
• Digitally engaged
• Good knowledge of machine repairing and their equipment’s.

Essential Skills Required

• In-depth knowledge of machinery, equipment, and maintenance best practices
• Advanced computer and MS Office skills
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written) - minimum mid-level
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and team management skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of maintenance operations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills