BAKERY TECHNICIAN

JOB TITLE BAKERY TECHNICIAN

NATURE OF JOB FULL TIME

INDUSTRY BAKERY / FOOD MANUFACTURING

SALARY KSHS.40,000-60,000

JOB LOCATION MLOLONGO

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Equipment Maintenance

·       Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on bakery production equipment, including ovens, mixers, proofers, conveyors, slicers, packaging machines, and other processing equipment.

·       Conduct routine inspections to identify potential equipment faults before they result in breakdowns.

·       Repair mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical faults promptly to minimize production downtime.

·       Ensure machinery operates efficiently and meets production requirements.

Preventive Maintenance

·       Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for all production equipment.

·       Maintain maintenance records, service logs, and equipment history.

·       Monitor equipment performance and recommend maintenance improvements.

·       Ensure timely servicing and replacement of worn or damaged components.

Troubleshooting & Repairs

·       Diagnose equipment failures using appropriate testing and troubleshooting techniques.

·       Respond promptly to emergency breakdowns during production.

·       Coordinate major repairs with external service providers where necessary.

·       Test repaired equipment to ensure optimal performance before returning it to production.

Health, Safety & Compliance

·       Ensure all maintenance work complies with occupational health and safety regulations.

·       Follow lockout/tagout procedures and other safe maintenance practices.

·       Maintain a clean and safe maintenance workshop and production environment.

·       Support compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety requirements during maintenance activities.

Spare Parts & Inventory Management

·       Monitor the availability of critical spare parts and maintenance consumables.

·       Recommend procurement of replacement parts before stock levels become critical.

·       Maintain accurate records of spare parts usage and equipment servicing.

·       Assist in controlling maintenance costs through efficient resource utilization.

Continuous Improvement

·       Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and production efficiency.

·       Recommend process improvements that reduce downtime and maintenance costs.

·       Support production teams by providing technical advice on equipment operation.

·       Participate in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.

Reporting & Documentation

·       Maintain accurate maintenance reports, equipment service records, and breakdown logs.

·       Prepare maintenance schedules and performance reports.

·       Report recurring equipment failures and recommend long-term corrective actions.

·       Ensure maintenance documentation is complete and readily available for audits.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

·       Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.

·       Minimum of 5 years' maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.

·       Experience in a bakery or food manufacturing environment is an added advantage.

·       Knowledge of preventive maintenance systems and industrial machinery.

·       Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.

·       Good understanding of industrial automation and manufacturing equipment.

·       Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, engineering drawings, and electrical schematics.

HOW TO APPLY

·       If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com

·       Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

·       Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.