Focused Technician

Unilever; Philippines; On-site; PHP 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Unilever Philippines is recruiting a Focused Technician to boost equipment reliability across production lines and support the Run to Standard (R2S) factory setup.

The role requires multi‑discipline capability (Mechanical, Electrical or Instrumentation) and hands‑on leadership to reduce unplanned downtime, drive preventive maintenance, and share maintenance skills with operators and E&I shifters.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates high level of proficiency in one core engineering field (Mechanical, Electrical or Instrumentation & Controls).
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and service equipment safely and effectively.
• Amenable to work in General Trias, Cavite, Philippines and adapt to GMP/HACCP standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, quality and environmental policies are followed during maintenance work.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance plans to achieve zero breakdowns.
• Lead maintenance scheduling and mentor operators in basic maintenance skills.
• Document activities and report on action plans for engineering projects.

Skills

Mechanical

Electrical

Instrumentation & Controls

Job description

MAIN JOB PURPOSE The Focused Technician (FT) is a multi-skilled technician who is a Professional Maintenance specialist engaged to increase the equipment reliability in the factory and aimed to deliver zero breakdown (unplanned parts replacement) of the lines. Under the Run to Standard (R2S) factory set-up, the role is actively involved in the development of maintenance standards, implementation of the preventive maintenance process, development of basic maintenance skills for operators, and execution of planned and unplanned maintenance activities in assigned cell. The Focused Technician is professionally competent, qualified, and experienced to operate safely at least one of the principal engineering disciplines: Mechanical, Electrical or Instrumentation, and Control. The Focused Technician is a positive contributor to the factory’s work environment and culture by building the Equipment Skills of the Technical Engineering Operators, E&I Shifters, and Machine Operators around the areas of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, instrumentation and world class maintenance techniques in order for them to perform PM activities in the line. The Focused Technician provides immediate leadership responsibility in assigned area through leadership by example. The Focused Technician is responsible for providing equipment maintenance standards (SMP, Machine Ledger, PM calendar, etc.), equipment reliability status, reports, and updates on action plans on engineering projects and initiatives.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety and Quality Ensure compliance with Safety and Occupational Health procedures (i.e., use of proper PPEs and reporting of unsafe acts and conditions through SBO, etc.) Ensure compliance to environmental policy (i.e., proper waste segregation and water and energy conservation, etc.) Ensures compliance with GMP and HACCP (i.e., proper hygiene and proper wearing uniforms, etc.) Participates in QBO program Follow prescribed work procedures and company safety rules and regulations Administrative Compliance to company COBP, CR&R Compliance to the GMP and GHK rules of the plant Professional Maintenance Pillar Directly responsible for the Area Engineer and PM Scheduler looking after zero breakdowns (unplanned parts replacement) and planning of the maintenance activities of assigned lines. Uses knowledge and application of technical skill and expertise to develop maintenance standards (SMP, Machine Ledger, PM Calendar, etc.) for assigned lines, deliver zero breakdowns, and plan and execute all maintenance activities. Directly contributes to improved safety, quality, sustainability, and cost. Ensures the implementation of Preventive Maintenance process in assigned cell under R2S set-up. May execute planned and unplanned maintenance activities in assigned lines during his/her shift or through the Technical Engineering Operators and/or E&I Engineers inside and outside his/her shift. Builds the basic maintenance skills of Technical Engineering Operators, E&I Engineers and Machine Operators by teaching the principles of operation of the equipment and proper maintenance procedures. Monitors and supports spare parts inventory on assigned cell to ensure required parts for the maintenance works. Documents all maintenance activities required for daily reports i.e. EWO, Maintenance Compliance Report. Serves as the Preventive Maintenance Specialist and user of different types of maintenance strategies (Time Based, Condition Based Maintenance) to achieve glidepath towards Zero Breakdown. Troubleshoots the equipment in assigned lines but at the same time reduces Mean Time to Repair (MTTR). Maintenance Cost tracking against volumes/other variables. Ensures compliance with all Safety & Quality Protocols during maintenance activities. Works with Cell Leader and FI Engineer in conducting daily performance review of assigned lines within the cell and plan priorities. Aligns with both Professional Maintenance and People Development Pillars in delivering training. Any other related task as required by his/her Line Manager.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Demonstrates high level of proficiency on either one of the core engineering proficiencies, preferably in Mechanical, Electrical or Instrumentation. For FT with Core Mechanical Competency - He/she must demonstrate high level of proficiency on Mechanical Skills covering but not limited to gears, drive & transmission systems, fasteners, and structures. For FT with Core Electrical Competency - He/she must demonstrate ability to safely diagnose, troubleshoot, remove, and replace electrical components covering but not limited to motor drives, breakers, cables & connectors, plugs & sockets, lamps, and safety alarms. For FT with Core Instrumentation and Controls Competency - He/she must demonstrate ability to understand Internal Architecture of Program Logic Control (PLC) and Distributed Control Systems (DCS); be able to safely diagnose, troubleshoot, remove, and replace electrical components covering but not limited to switches, probes, monitoring gauges , servo drives, HMI and other control instruments; be able to diagnose and troubleshoot PLC issues; develop or amend relevant program and software with corresponding documentations. Amenable to work in General Trias, Cavite

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