MAINTENANCE MANAGER- FRENHC FRIES INDUSTRY

Job Title: Maintenance Manager – French Fries Industry
Location: GWALIOR
Experience Required: Minimum 10 Years
Industry Preference: French Fries / Frozen Food / Food Processing
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive – Based on Experience

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and proactive Maintenance Manager with strong expertise in managing maintenance operations within the French Fries or frozen food industry. The ideal candidate should have a hands-on approach to preventive and breakdown maintenance, deep knowledge of food processing machinery, and the ability to lead a technical team efficiently to ensure minimal downtime and maximum plant efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, plan, and supervise all maintenance activities (mechanical, electrical, and utilities).
• Ensure smooth functioning of French fries processing lines, including cutting, blanching, frying, freezing, and packaging machines.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules and SOPs.
• Minimize machine downtime and respond promptly to breakdowns.
• Coordinate with the production and quality teams to maintain equipment standards.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement measures to optimize plant operations.
• Maintain inventory and procurement of spare parts and technical supplies.
• Ensure all safety protocols and food industry standards (FSSAI, HACCP, etc.) are strictly followed.
• Train and mentor the maintenance team to improve skills and productivity.
• Maintain proper documentation of equipment history, maintenance records, and compliance checks.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Degree/Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of hands-on maintenance experience, with at least 5 years in French Fries or similar food processing industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of hydraulic systems, compressors, motors, PLC-controlled equipment, and refrigeration systems.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of preventive and predictive maintenance tools.
• Familiarity with ISO, GMP, and food safety regulations.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to ₹70,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person