Film Maintenance Manager

Tahweel Integrated Company; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Tahweel Integrated Company is seeking an experienced Maintenance Management professional to lead reliability initiatives across the plant, maximize equipment availability and drive operational excellence.

You will develop preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance programs, supervise engineers and technicians, manage budgets and spares, and advance TPM, RCA and safety compliance to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or related engineering discipline.
• 10-15 years of maintenance experience in the plastic manufacturing industry.
• Minimum 5 years in a Maintenance Manager or similar leadership role.
• Hands-on experience with Cast Stretch Film, blown film or plastic extrusion manufacturing is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of extrusion lines, chill rolls, winders, dosing systems, air compressors, chillers, cooling systems and utility equipment.
• Experience with PLCs, automation systems, VFDs, servo drives and industrial control systems.
• Proven track record of improving equipment reliability and reducing downtime.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement maintenance programs to maximize equipment availability.
• Lead maintenance team to ensure plant reliability and operational excellence.
• Plan and supervise maintenance schedules for production lines and utilities.
• Oversee maintenance of extrusion lines and related equipment; troubleshoot issues.
• Coordinate major overhauls, shutdowns and installation projects.
• Ensure spare parts availability and optimize inventory.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

TPM

RCM

Lean Manufacturing

CMMS

Microsoft Office

English Fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or related engineering discipline

Job description

Maintenance Management

Develop and implement preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance programs to ensure maximum equipment availability and minimize production downtime. Lead the maintenance team to achieve plant reliability and operational excellence. Plan and supervise maintenance schedules for production lines and utility equipment. Monitor maintenance KPIs such as equipment uptime, MTBF, MTTR, and maintenance costs.

Equipment Reliability

Oversee maintenance of cast stretch film extrusion lines and related production equipment. Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and automation issues. Coordinate major equipment overhauls, shutdowns and installation projects. Ensure spare parts availability and optimize inventory levels.

Continuous Improvement

Implement Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and corrective actions to eliminate recurring equipment failures. Lead reliability improvement initiatives and support Lean Manufacturing and TPM programs. Recommend equipment upgrades and process improvements to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs.

Team Leadership

Lead, mentor and develop maintenance engineers, supervisors, technicians and contractors. Conduct performance evaluations and identify training and development needs. Foster a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement.

Health Safety Compliance

Ensure all maintenance activities comply with HSE policies and regulations. Enforce safe work practices, permit-to-work procedures and lockout tagout (LOTO) requirements. Ensure compliance with company standards and preventive maintenance procedures.

Budget & Asset Management

Prepare and manage the annual maintenance budget. Control maintenance expenses while maintaining equipment reliability. Manage maintenance contracts and coordinate with OEMs and external service providers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or a related engineering discipline.
• Professional maintenance or reliability certifications are an advantage.
• 10 15 years of maintenance experience in the plastic manufacturing industry.
• Minimum 5 years in a Maintenance Manager or similar leadership role.
• Hands‑on experience with strong Cast Stretch Film, blown film or plastic extrusion manufacturing is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of extrusion lines, chill rolls, winders, dosing systems, air compressors, chillers, cooling systems and utility equipment.
• Experience with PLCs, automation systems, VFDs, servo drives and industrial control systems.
• Proven track record of improving equipment reliability and reducing downtime.

Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting and root cause analysis abilities.
• Knowledge of TPM, Lean Manufacturing, and Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM).
• Strong planning, budgeting, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in CMMS and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.