Machine Maintenance Technician (Mechanical/ Electrical)

Stardust Infant Wears Inc.; Bustos; On-site; PHP 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Stardust Infant Wears Inc. is seeking an Equipment Maintenance technician to perform preventive, predictive, and corrective upkeep on production equipment.

You will inspect and repair mechanical and electrical faults, ensuring adherence to maintenance schedules and improving reliability and efficiency. The role requires a technical diploma in Electrical/Mechanical fields, 2–3 years of manufacturing maintenance experience, and familiarity with PLCs, VFDs, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, Industrial Technology, Mechatronics, Electro-Mechanical Technology or a related technical course.
• 2–3 years of maintenance experience in manufacturing equipment.
• Experience in plastics injection molding, blow molding, or automated production equipment is an advantage.
• Knowledge of electrical troubleshooting, mechanical repair, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Willing to work on shifting schedules, overtime and emergency call-outs.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production machines and auxiliary equipment.
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical faults to restore equipment to operating condition.
• Ensure maintenance is aligned with preventive maintenance schedules and continuously improve reliability.
• Assist in machine startup, shutdown, and changeovers; coordinate with relevant departments to resolve issues.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Reading schematics

VFDs knowledge

Education

Technical diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Technology or related

Tools

PLC systems

VFDs

Industrial equipment

Job description

Equipment Maintenance

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on production machines and auxiliary equipment.

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical faults to restore equipment to normal operating condition.

• Ensure all machines are maintained according to the preventive maintenance schedule.

• Perform equipment inspections and recommend improvements to enhance reliability and efficiency.

Mechanical Maintenance

• Repair and maintain gearboxes, bearings, chains, belts, couplings, shafts, pumps, valves, cylinders, and conveyors.

• Replace worn mechanical components.

• Perform machine alignment, leveling, lubrication, and mechanical adjustments.

• Repair pneumatic and hydraulic systems, including cylinders, valves, hoses, and fittings.

• Install and commission new mechanical equipment.

Electrical Maintenance

• Troubleshoot electrical control systems, motor circuits, and power distribution systems.

• Install and maintain motors, contactors, relays, MCCBs, MCBs, overload relays, and control panels.

• Repair electrical wiring, sensors, limit switches, proximity sensors, photoelectric sensors, and emergency stop circuits.

• Perform insulation resistance testing and continuity testing.

• Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards and company procedures.

Production Support

• Respond promptly to machine breakdowns during production.

• Assist in machine startup, shutdown, and equipment changeovers.

• Coordinate with Production, Quality, and Tooling departments to resolve equipment issues.

• Support continuous production by minimizing machine downtime.

Utilities Maintenance

• Maintain compressors, chillers, cooling towers, water pumps, mold temperature controllers, transformers, air dryers, and plant utility systems.

• Inspect compressed air, cooling water, electrical, and hydraulic systems for proper operation.

• Monitor utility equipment performance and report abnormalities.

Preventive Maintenance

• Execute preventive maintenance activities according to approved schedules.

• Clean, inspect, lubricate, tighten, calibrate, and replace components as required.

• Verify equipment performance after maintenance work is completed.

Safety and Compliance

• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures before performing maintenance work.

• Comply with company safety policies, electrical codes, and environmental regulations.

• Maintain good housekeeping practices in accordance with 5S standards.

• Ensure proper use of tools, instruments, and personal protective equipment (PPE).

Qualifications:

• Candidate must be a Graduate of Electrical Technology, Mechanical Technology, Industrial Technology, Mechatronics, Electro-Mechanical Technology, or a related technical course.

• At least 2–3 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience in plastics injection molding, blow molding, or automated production equipment is an advantage.

• Knowledge of electrical troubleshooting, mechanical repair, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic systems.

• Able to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.

• Knowledge of PLC-controlled equipment and variable frequency drives (VFDs) is an advantage.

• Willing to work on shifting schedules, overtime, and emergency call-outs.

• Good manual dexterity and attention to detail is needed.

• Teamwork and cooperation must be observed.

• Exposure in GMP, ISO related seminar, HACCP is an advantage.