Engineer, Machineries

Johnsonville, LLC.; Bandar Baru Bangi; On-site; MYR 123,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Malaysia seeks an experienced maintenance manager to oversee preventive and corrective maintenance operations. Responsibilities include managing daily tasks, liaising with departments, and maintaining inventory levels. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, strong leadership skills, and 3-5 years of relevant experience. This position offers numerous benefits including medical coverage and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Medical and dental benefits

Meal subsidy

Accident and surgical insurance

Training and development programs

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in maintenance planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Strong leadership skills, decision-making, and the ability to motivate a team.
• Understanding of food industry standards and regulations is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technicians and assign daily maintenance tasks.
• Communicate with departments to prioritize maintenance work.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with suppliers.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering principles

Problem analysis

Microsoft Office proficiency

Creative and innovative thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

PrimaBaguz, established in 1987, is a Malaysian manufacturer renowned for its high-quality halal meat products consisting of frankfurters & sausages, cold-cuts, gourmet soups and sauces, meatballs and patties. Since 2020, it has been part of Johnsonville, a leading processed meat company from Wisconsin, USA. This acquisition strengthens Johnsonville’s foothold in Southeast Asia and enables access to global foodservice clients such as quick-service restaurants and HORECA services. Johnsonville aims to utilize PrimaBaguz’s halal expertise to expand into growing markets in Asia and the Middle East.

At PrimaBaguz, we believe our people are the core of everything we do. We create an environment where our members can learn and grow using our business as a platform to develop talent.

Position Overview

Responsible to organize and oversee the preventive and corrective maintenance for machineries, maintaining inventories and maintenance areas, and maintenance record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and guide technicians, assign daily tasks, and ensure work is completed efficiently and in accordance with company standards and safety regulations.
• Communicate with other departments to schedule and prioritize maintenance and repair work to minimize operational downtime.
• Offer technical support on engineering-related matters, troubleshoot equipment issues, and ensure a timely internal response to machinery breakdowns.
• Ensure preventive and corrective maintenance tasks are completed as scheduled and regularly update work order statuses to requesters.
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels, manage receiving and issuing of spare parts, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure proper labelling and storage in compliance with safety regulations.
• Submit monthly stock balance and machine breakdown reports, and maintain accurate records for PM, WO, calibration, and MSDS.
• Ensure the maintenance workshop is clean, organized, and follows the 5S principles and company safety standards.
• Liaise with management, suppliers, and contractors to review work progress, discuss technical requirements, and follow up on external services.
• Prepare and provide required documentation during audits, and ensure all maintenance activities comply with GMP, food safety, and relevant regulatory standards.
• Monitor the quality of maintenance works, ensure tasks meet internal standards, and resolve facility-related and inspection issues promptly.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering - Mechanical or Electrical

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience with maintenance planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Proficiency in electrical or mechanical systems.
• Strong leadership skills i.e. in communication, interpersonal skills for collaborating with teams and stakeholders, decision-making, delegation, ability to motivate a team, demonstrate integrity, adaptability.
• Ability to analyze and solve technical problems effectively.
• Understanding food industry standards, regulations, and best practices, is bonus.

Skills

• Knowledge and skill in principle of Mechanical Engineering.
• Ability to analyst problem and identify causes.
• Computer Application – Microsoft Office.
• Creative and innovative to improve the Preventive Maintenance Process.

Other Requirements

• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to give suggestions to improve the manufacturing process.
• Ability to plan and follow up the work schedule.

Benefits and Compensation

As a growing organization, PrimaBaguz offers a truly exciting career for a qualified candidate.

• Medical and dental benefits to support your well-being.
• Meal subsidy for added convenience.
• Accident and surgical insurance coverage for peace of mind.
• A friendly and professional work environment that supports collaboration and mutual respect.
• Training and development programs to help you grow your knowledge, skills, and career.
• Clear paths for career advancement within the company, we believe in promoting from within.
• The chance to be part of a remarkable team that values results, innovation, and dedication.

PrimaBaguz is committed to a respectful, diverse and inclusive workplace where equal opportunity is fostered throughout the organization. We do not discriminate and practice merit-based hiring practices, evaluating each candidate based on their skills, experience and fit for the role.

At PrimaBaguz, we are more than just a workplace. We are a team that grows together.

As a proudly Malaysian halal food manufacturer with global connections, we are on a journey of growth and innovation.

We are committed to creating a strong and positive culture focused on our people and their development.