Trainee Operator

ROQUETTE AMERICA; Gokak; On-site; INR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Roquette is seeking a Maintenance Technician for its starch manufacturing plant. You will perform preventive and breakdown maintenance on pumps, motors, gearboxes, conveyors, and rotating equipment, and assist in installation and commissioning of new machines.

You will also maintain logs, ensure safety SOPs, and support plant shutdowns and startups. The role requires ITI certification and 1–5 years in starch or related manufacturing, with willingness to work Day/Night shifts and uphold strong

Qualifications

• ITI certification with mechanical/electrical knowledge.
• 1–5 years in starch/food processing or manufacturing.
• Willingness to work in shifts and follow safety SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on pumps, motors, gearboxes, conveyors.
• Attend equipment breakdowns promptly and diagnose faults.
• Assist installation and commissioning of new machines.
• Maintain boilers, compressors, pipelines, and water/steam systems.
• Follow safety rules, SOPs and maintain logs.
• Update job cards, breakdown reports, and spare usage; assist inventory control.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Education

ITI certificate

Tools

Measuring instruments

Hand tools

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients.

Want to help us make a difference?

Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers and partners to imagine and offer ingredients to better feed people and treat patients.

Each of our ingredients responds to unique and essential needs, and they enable healthier lifestyles.

Job Purpose:

To ensure smooth operation, preventive maintenance, and quick breakdown maintenance of mechanical and basic electrical equipment in a starch manufacturing plant to achieve uninterrupted production.

Key Responsibilities:

• 1. Preventive & Routine Maintenance
  • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance of: Pumps, motors, gearboxes, conveyors
  • Centrifuges, dryers, screens, separators
  • Lubrication and inspection of rotating equipment
  • Maintain maintenance records and checklists
• 2. Breakdown Maintenance
  • Attend equipment breakdowns promptly
  • Diagnose mechanical faults and resolve issues
  • Replace worn-out parts (bearings, belts, seals, etc.)
  • Minimize downtime and ensure quick restoration of operations
• 3. Equipment Handling
  • Assist in installation and commissioning of new machines
  • Carry out alignment, fitting, and assembly work
  • Support plant shutdown and startup activities
• 4. Utility Maintenance
  • Assist in maintenance of: Boilers, compressors, and pipelines
  • Water systems and steam lines
  • Ensure leak-free and efficient utility systems
• 5. Safety & Compliance
  • Follow all safety rules and SOPs
  • Use proper PPE during maintenance work
  • Maintain housekeeping in work area
  • Report unsafe conditions immediately
• 6. Documentation
  • Maintain logs of maintenance activities
  • Update job cards, breakdown reports, and spare usage
  • Assist in inventory control of spares

Education & Qualifications:

• ITI (Fitter / Turner / Mechanic / Electrician preferred)
• Basic knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems

Experience:

• 1-5 years of experience in: Starch, food processing, chemical, or manufacturing industry
• Freshers with strong technical skills may be considered

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of rotating equipment and plant machinery
• Basic electrical troubleshooting (motors, panels)
• Understanding of preventive maintenance practices
• Ability to use hand tools and measuring instruments

Behavioral Skills:

• Good problem-solving ability
• Team player with discipline
• Willingness to work in shifts
• Ability to handle pressure during breakdowns

Working Conditions:

• Plant-based role with exposure to dust, noise, and heat
• Shift duty (Day/Night rotation)
• Physical activity required

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Equipment uptime
• Breakdown response time
• Preventive maintenance adherence
• Safety compliance

Roquette is proud to be a global company where you can find personal and professional growth through multiple diverse experiences.

Roquette strives to create a dynamic workforce while remaining firmly committed to equal opportunity by complying with EEO laws.

As we continue to grow, Roquette understands that to be successful we must always be inclusive in our approach.

To find out more about our products, values and sustainable development ambitions visit us at www.roquette.com and at www.sustainability.roquette.com