MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

MERCHANTS GLOBAL SDN.BHD.; Klang City, Port Klang; On-site; MYR 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

MERCHANTS GLOBAL SDN. BHD. is seeking a proactive Maintenance Technician to support our new Port Klang facility. You will perform preventive maintenance, inspections, minor repairs and calibration to ensure equipment runs safely and efficiently.

Working in a food manufacturing environment, you will maintain records, assist with audits, and collaborate with Production and QA/QC to address maintenance issues and drive continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree or equivalent required.
• Technical or mechanical/electrical qualification is an advantage.
• 1–2 years of experience in factory maintenance, engineering or machinery maintenance preferred.
• Experience in food manufacturing is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, routine inspection, servicing and minor repairs of machinery and equipment.
• Attend to equipment breakdowns, perform basic troubleshooting and assist with corrective maintenance.
• Carry out water filter backwash and maintain the related records.
• Conduct routine equipment cleaning and hygiene checks and maintain cleaning records.
• Maintain Equipment Calibration Master List and monitor calibration schedule and due dates.
• Coordinate external calibration and ensure calibration certificates and status labels are maintained.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Excel/Word

Reading manuals

Education

Diploma/Degree or equivalent

Mechanical or electrical qualification

Job description

To support the smooth and safe operation of factory machinery, equipment and facilities by carrying out preventive maintenance, basic repair and inspection activities, while ensuring all maintenance, calibration, cleaning and equipment records are properly maintained and updated. The position is also responsible for monitoring maintenance and calibration schedules and supporting the commissioning of new machinery and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance (PM), routine inspection, servicing and minor repairs of machinery and equipment.

Attend to equipment breakdowns, perform basic troubleshooting and assist with corrective maintenance.

Carry out water filter backwash and maintain the relevant records.

Conduct routine equipment cleaning and hygiene checks and maintain cleaning records.

Conduct glass & brittle plastic inspections and report any abnormalities or breakages.

Maintain the Equipment Calibration Master List and monitor the calibration schedule and due dates.

Coordinate external calibration and ensure calibration certificates and status labels are properly maintained.

Assist with installation, inspection and commissioning of new machinery and equipment.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date maintenance, inspection, calibration and equipment records for traceability and audit purposes.

Ensure maintenance-related documents are properly filed and readily available for HACCP, Halal and other audits.

Work closely with Production and QA/QC on equipment inspections, maintenance issues and corrective actions.

Comply with all company safety, hygiene, food safety and environmental requirements.

Job Requirements

Education

Minimum Diploma/Degree or equivalent.

Technical or mechanical/electrical qualification is an advantage.

Experience

Preferably 1–2 years of experience in factory maintenance, engineering or machinery maintenance.

Experience in food manufacturing is an advantage.

Technical Skills

Basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.

Basic knowledge of machinery maintenance.

Able to use basic hand tools and maintenance equipment.

Basic understanding of preventive maintenance.

Basic understanding of calibration and measuring instruments.

Able to read maintenance checklists and equipment manuals.

Documentation Skills

Able to complete maintenance and inspection records accurately.

Basic computer skills, especially Microsoft Excel/Word.

Able to maintain equipment lists and schedules.

Personal Attributes

Responsible and disciplined.

Good attendance and punctuality.

Able to work independently.

Willing to work overtime when required.

Able to work in a factory/production environment.

Good communication and teamwork skills.

MERCHANTS GLOBAL SDN. BHD. is a fast growing food manufacturing and import-export company specializing in premium dried fruits, freeze-dried products, nuts, cocoa powder, food ingredients, and contract repacking services. We are committed to delivering high-quality, safe, and innovative food products to customers across Malaysia and the Asia-Pacific region. As our business continues to expand, including the establishment of our new manufacturing facility in Port Klang, we are looking for dedicated and motivated professionals to join our growing team and build a successful career with us.

MERCHANTS GLOBAL SDN. BHD. is a fast growing food manufacturing and import-export company specializing in premium dried fruits, freeze-dried products, nuts, cocoa powder, food ingredients, and contract repacking services. We are committed to delivering high-quality, safe, and innovative food products to customers across Malaysia and the Asia-Pacific region. As our business continues to expand, including the establishment of our new manufacturing facility in Port Klang, we are looking for dedicated and motivated professionals to join our growing team and build a successful career with us.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Maintenance Technician?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?

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