Assistant Machine Mechanic
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The Assistant Machine Mechanic provides support in the operation, inspection, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and upkeep of production machines and equipment. The role assists the Machine Mechanic in ensuring that all machines are operating safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Machine Mechanic in the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of production machines and equipment.
- Conduct routine checking of machines to identify unusual sounds, vibrations, leaks, loose parts, or other potential problems.
- Assist in preventive and corrective maintenance activities according to the maintenance schedule.
- Support the repair and replacement of worn-out or defective machine parts.
- Assist in the proper dismantling, cleaning, adjustment, lubrication, and reassembly of machine components.
- Perform basic mechanical tasks such as using hand tools, power tools, measuring instruments, and other maintenance equipment.
- Follow established safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and company policies when performing maintenance work.
- Assist in maintaining records of maintenance activities, machine breakdowns, repairs, and replacement of parts.
- Support emergency or breakdown repairs to minimize production downtime.
- Perform other related duties that may be assigned by the Machine Mechanic.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree any field; preferably with a technical/vocational course in Mechanical Technology, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
- Preferably with 1 year of experience in machine maintenance, mechanical repair, or a manufacturing environment.
- Basic knowledge of mechanical equipment, machine components, and maintenance procedures.
- Able to use basic hand tools and mechanical tools.
- Willing to work in a production/manufacturing environment.