Mechanical Fitter at Q-Sourcing Servtec Group

The mechanical fitter will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting of mechanical problems of production machinery and equipment. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding and commitment to safety.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Installation and Maintenance:

• Install, maintain, and repair components of tobacco machinery and equipment.
• Perform routine mechanical inspections, mechanical online tasks and preventive maintenance to ensure machines operates efficiently and safely.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and repair or replace faulty components as needed.
• Carry out equipment modifications and improvement as directed by the plant engineer.
• Lubrication of the plant machinery regularly
• Maintaining machine center-line e.g tracking of conveyor belts & maintaining winnowers and thresher speeds.
• Operation of lathe machine & milling machine
• Welding and fabrication
• Resolve motor, conveyors & hydraulic problems
• Scaffold erection & Performing work at height tasks
• Inspection and maintenance of shakers, fans, gearbox, classifier & dryers.
• Basket sharpening
• Gutter installation

Safety Compliance:

• Adhere to safety protocols and regulations while performing mechanical work, including lockout/tag out LOTOTO procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) usage.
• Conduct safety inspections and recommend improvements to mitigate hazards.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Craft Certificate/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Plant/production Option) -KNEC.
• At least 2 – 3 Years experience experience in a similar role.