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QSSK-Plant Engineer/ Engineering Manager/ Maintenance Manager- (Confectionery Division)
RÉCENTCDI2 days ago
Job Description
Kenya
CDI
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Plant Engineer / Engineering Manager / Maintenance Manager
MSVL Group, a leading provider of recruitment, HR consulting, and corporate training services with over 10 years of experience across Africa, India, and the Middle East, is seeking a highly skilled Plant Engineer / Engineering Manager / Maintenance Manager for a full-time position. We specialize in sourcing top talent, from entry-level to executive roles, and offering tailored HR solutions that align with our clients’ business goals. Our expertise spans multiple industries, and we are committed to delivering excellence.
Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
Experience: 7 - 10 years
Job Field: Engineering / Technical
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
7-10 years of engineering experience in FMCG manufacturing, including at least 5 years in beverage manufacturing.
Proven experience managing high-speed beverage production lines, plant utilities, and preventive/predictive maintenance programs.
Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, SAP maintenance modules, troubleshooting, RCA, and equipment reliability.
Experience leading engineering teams and implementing Lean Manufacturing, TPM, 5S, OEE, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Engineering & Maintenance Management: Lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability and minimize production downtime.
Reliability & Utilities: Manage equipment performance, root cause analysis, reliability improvement, and critical plant utilities including boilers, compressors, refrigeration, water treatment, and power systems.
Projects, CAPEX & Spare Parts: Oversee engineering projects, equipment installations, plant modifications, CAPEX requirements, spare parts availability, and engineering budgets.
Safety, Compliance & Continuous Improvement: Ensure engineering operations comply with HSE, food safety, GMP, and environmental standards while driving Lean, TPM, 5S, OEE, and energy-efficiency initiatives.
Team Leadership & Systems: Lead, coach, and develop engineering teams, maintain technical competency, and ensure accurate maintenance records and SAP system updates.
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