Maintenance Manager - PET & Can Filling Lines

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About the Role

The Maintenance Manager will be responsible for leading the maintenance, reliability, and asset performance of all equipment across PET and Can filling operations. The role involves developing a proactive maintenance culture that ensures maximum uptime, optimized costs, and high equipment efficiency while maintaining strict adherence to safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing high-speed beverage filling lines, advanced utilities, and automated systems in a fast-paced manufacturing setup.

Key Responsibilities

1. Preventive & Predictive Maintenance (PPM)

• Develop and implement structured preventive and predictive maintenance plans for all filling lines, utilities, and support equipment.
• Schedule maintenance activities with minimal production downtime and maximum equipment reliability.
• Analyze machine breakdown data, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain calibration and validation schedules for all critical instruments.

1. Equipment & Asset Reliability

• Monitor and optimize OEE (Overall Equipment Efficiency) and machine uptime across PET and Can filling lines.
• Introduce reliability engineering tools such as RCM (Reliability-Centered Maintenance) and FMEA (Failure Mode & Effects Analysis).
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to ensure equipment performance meets output and hygiene standards.
• Maintain an updated asset register with equipment history and maintenance logs.

1. Utilities & Plant Support Systems

• Oversee operation and maintenance of utilities such as compressors, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and water treatment plants.
• Ensure continuous availability and performance of essential services supporting production.
• Drive energy efficiency programs and sustainability initiatives in utilities operations.

1. Breakdown & Corrective Maintenance

• Ensure swift and effective response to unplanned breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Maintain critical spares inventory and coordinate with procurement for timely replenishment.
• Lead troubleshooting activities for mechanical, electrical, and automation issues.

1. Projects & Upgrades

• Support installation, commissioning, and validation of new filling lines and plant expansions.
• Coordinate with OEMs and contractors for technical upgrades, retrofits, and modifications.
• Evaluate emerging technologies to enhance equipment reliability and reduce maintenance cost.

1. Documentation & Systems

• Maintain complete maintenance documentation, including checklists, SOPs, and logbooks.
• Implement and manage Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for tracking and reporting.
• Ensure audit readiness by maintaining accurate records of preventive and breakdown maintenance.

1. People Leadership & Development

• Lead and mentor a team of maintenance engineers, technicians, and contractors.
• Drive a culture of ownership, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct technical training programs to enhance team competency in automation, PLC, and mechatronic systems.

1. Safety, Compliance & Audit

• Ensure compliance with Factory Act, Boiler Act, and other regulatory requirements.
• Enforce LOTO (Lockout-Tagout) and other safety procedures during maintenance activities.
• Support EHS team in audits, risk assessments, and workplace safety initiatives.

Candidate Profile

• Education: B.E. B. Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering.
• Experience: Minimum 12 -15 years in maintenance and reliability management within beverage, FMCG, or process industries.
• Technical Expertise: Maintenance of PET and Can filling lines, utilities, automation systems (PLC, SCADA), and high-speed packaging machinery.
• Knowledge: TPM, RCM, 5S, and energy management best practices.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical, leadership, and problem-solving abilities; effective communication and vendor management.
• Preferred Background: Experience in multinational beverage plants or high-volume filling line operations.

Why Join Us

• Lead the maintenance and reliability function in a world-class beverage manufacturing facility.
• Work with cutting-edge filling technology and advanced automation systems.
• Be part of a dynamic organization focused on innovation, safety, and operational excellence.

To Apply:

Send your updated resume with the subject line Application for Maintenance Manager Ceylon Beverage Can Pvt. Ltd.