Plant Mechanic

Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a Plant Mechanic to ensure efficient operation of production equipment by performing preventive and corrective maintenance in a dynamic and demanding environment. Key Highlights: 1. Fundamental role in operational continuity and production safety 2. Execution of preventive maintenance and response to mechanical failures 3. Support for mechanical assembly, repairs, and adjustments as needed On behalf of our industrial-sector client, we are seeking a professional to serve as a Plant Mechanic in Cañete. This role is critical to ensuring the efficient operation of production equipment and contributing to preventive and corrective maintenance in a dynamic and demanding environment. **Job Mission** Ensure optimal operation of plant equipment through execution of preventive maintenance and response to mechanical failures, thereby guaranteeing operational continuity and safety in the production process. **Responsibilities** * Conduct routine mechanical inspections of production equipment, lines, tools, and auxiliary systems. * Perform preventive maintenance according to the schedule defined by the mechanical engineer and operations manager. * Respond to mechanical failures during operations and support rapid recovery of critical plant equipment. * Replace parts, adjust components, lubricate, clean, and verify safe operation of serviced equipment. * Support assembly, disassembly, minor repairs, basic welding, and mechanical adjustments as needed. * Maintain tools, spare parts, and the technical area in orderly, clean, safe, and readily available conditions. * Report recurring failures, component wear, spare parts requirements, or risks of unplanned shutdowns. * Comply with safety regulations, lockout procedures, use of PPE, hygiene, and food safety standards throughout all technical interventions. * Coordinate with production teams regarding equipment interventions without compromising safety, quality, or operational continuity. * Support minor infrastructure tasks, technical assistance, general services, and plant condition improvements. * Record performed activities, used spare parts, response times, and relevant maintenance incidents. * Support refrigeration technicians or external technical providers when mechanical support is required for auxiliary refrigeration equipment. **Requirements** * Technical degree in Maintenance Mechanics, Industrial Mechanics, Production Mechanics, or related fields. * Minimum 2 years of experience in plant mechanical maintenance or industrial equipment maintenance. * Preferred experience in food, agro-industry, packaging, frozen products, or manufacturing sectors. * Knowledge of mechanical tools, lubrication, adjustments, assembly, industrial safety, and basic maintenance. * Basic welding knowledge, ability to read simple blueprints, pneumatics, or process equipment knowledge is desirable. * Ability to respond to floor-level failures, follow technical instructions, and work under operational pressure. * Availability for shift work, overtime, or emergency response as required by plant needs. **Value Proposition** Full-time employment contract, salary range commensurate with experience, performance bonus, and additional benefits. **Work Conditions** Work location: Cañete. On-site work mode, Monday to Saturday schedule. Fieldwork availability and emergency response capability are required. Salary: S/.1,200\.00 \- S/.2,500\.00 per hour Work Location: On-site employment