Engineering Technician

Hartalega; Sepang; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartalega, a leading glove manufacturer in Malaysia, seeks a Control and Instrumentation Maintenance Engineer to sustain high reliability of plant automation. You will lead troubleshooting, modifications, and upgrades across automation systems, ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

The role covers installation, testing, commissioning of new automation equipment, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance OEE and reliability.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Certificate in Electrical, Control Instrumentation, Mechatronic Engineering or equivalent.
• At least 1 year experience with control and instrumentation; fresh graduates considered.

Responsibilities

• Execute breakdown, preventive, and corrective maintenance for automation systems (GSR, ASM, glove puller, CDS, vision systems, APM, PLCs).
• Perform daily checklists, inspections, tuning, and alignment of automation systems per required accuracy.

Skills

Wiring knowledge

Sensor installation

Instrumentation understanding

Mechanical understanding

Education

Electrical/Control Instrumentation/Mechatronic Diploma or Certificate

Job description

As the World's No.1 Nitrile Glove manufacturer, Hartalega is currently in the process of recruiting a diverse pool of talented people, across various specialisations and backgrounds. You will enjoy exceptional benefits and incentives, as well as a well-defined path for career success.

Hartalega is made up of a tight-knit, passionate and highly-skilled set of individuals. From our top executives, to our line technicians; we are all proud to be part of an elite group responsible for revolutionising the glove-making industry.

Job Description

Job Purpose

Maintain high reliability and efficiency of the plant’s control systems and instrumentation through troubleshooting, modification, repairs, and operational improvements, while leading the Control and Instrumentation team to perform effectively and upholding company policies, quality standards, and safety practices.

Responsibilities

1. Execute breakdown, preventive, and corrective maintenance for GSR, ASM, glove puller, CDS machines, vision systems, APM, PLC controllers, and other automation systems.


2. Perform daily checklists, inspections, tuning, and alignment of automation systems according to required accuracy and frequency.


3. Troubleshoot and repair control and instrumentation equipment across production lines, utilities, and compounding areas.


4. Lead installation, testing, and commissioning of new automation systems and equipment.


5. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including Kaizen programs, to enhance system performance and reliability.


6. Manage spare parts usage and maintain cost control within allocated budget.


7. Contribute to achieving plant targets for OEE, breakdown time reduction, online rejection rate, and CSI.


8. Report on automation systems’ performance, repairs, spare parts, supplies, and manpower requirements.


9. Expand and apply operational knowledge of plant automation systems, controls, and instrumentation.


10. Promote safe work practices and 5S discipline in workshop and factory areas.

Qualification and Experience

1. Certificate/ Diploma in Electrical, Control Instrumentation, Mechatronic Engineering or Equivalent.


2. Minimum 1 year working with Control and instrumentation. However, fresh graduate with good attitude and initiative shall be considered.


3. Knowledge on basic wiring and sensor and mechanical part installation