Maintenance Engineer/ Sr. Maintenance Engineer

Paradyes; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Birds of Paradyes is seeking a proactive Maintenance Engineer/Sr. Maintenance Engineer for their cosmetic manufacturing unit in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The role involves managing preventive and breakdown maintenance of equipment, ensuring plant operations with minimal downtime, and adherence to safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have 3-8 years of experience, preferably in FMCG or cosmetic industries, and hold a diploma or degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering.

Qualifications

• 3-8 years of experience as a Maintenance Engineer/Senior Maintenance Engineer.
• Prior experience in FMCG/Cosmetics/Pharma/Manufacturing industry preferred.
• Hands-on knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and utility systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage preventive, breakdown, and predictive maintenance of manufacturing machines.
• Ensure maximum equipment uptime and compliance with safety norms.
• Guide technicians and coordinate daily maintenance activities.

Skills

Preventive & breakdown maintenance

Electrical & mechanical troubleshooting

Documentation & compliance awareness

Problem-solving & multitasking

Strong coordination and communication skills

Education

Diploma / BE / BTech in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Maintenance Engineer/ Sr. Maintenance Engineer

3-8 years

Full-Time

Job Overview:

We are looking for a proactive and technically sound Maintenance Engineer / Sr. Maintenance Engineer to manage preventive and breakdown maintenance of manufacturing equipment and facility utilities at our cosmetic manufacturing unit. The role is critical to ensure smooth plant operations, minimal downtime, and adherence to safety and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Plant & Machinery Maintenance

Handle preventive, breakdown, and predictive maintenance of manufacturing machines (mixers, filling machines, packing machines, compressors, utilities, etc.).

Ensure maximum equipment uptime and reduce machine breakdowns.

Maintain maintenance schedules, logs, and records.

Utilities & Facility Management

Manage utilities such as power, DG set, air compressors, HVAC, water systems, plumbing, and basic civil maintenance.

Coordinate with vendors for AMC, repairs, and spare parts procurement.

Ensure proper functioning of electrical panels, motors, and safety systems.

Compliance & Safety

Ensure adherence to safety norms, GMP standards, and internal SOPs.

Support audits (internal, customer, or regulatory) related to maintenance and safety.

Maintain documentation for compliance and inspection readiness.

Identify opportunities for cost optimization and process improvement in maintenance activities.

Suggest equipment upgrades or modifications to improve efficiency and safety.

Support the installation and commissioning of new machinery.

Team Coordination

Guide technicians/helpers and coordinate daily maintenance activities.

Work closely with Production, QA, and Operations teams to align maintenance priorities.

Desired Candidate Profile:

Qualification: Diploma / BE / BTech in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Experience:

Maintenance Engineer/ Senior Maintenance Engineer: 3-8 years

Prior experience in FMCG / Cosmetics / Pharma / Manufacturing industry preferred

Hands‑on knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and utility systems

Basic understanding of GMP, safety, and audit requirements

Ability to handle vendors and emergency breakdowns

Skills Required

Preventive & breakdown maintenance

Electrical & mechanical troubleshooting

Documentation & compliance awareness

Problem‑solving & multitasking

Strong coordination and communication skills