Our client, a leading cocoa processing company is seeking an experienced and results-driven Technician -2 to support the maintenance and efficient operation of processing equipment and utilities.

Job Title: Electrical Technician-2 Location: Tema

Job Summary

The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical equipment to ensure maximum plant availability, operational efficiency, and compliance with safety standards.

Duties & Responsibilities:

· Performs planned maintenance activities (work orders and PM’s)

· Carries out process trouble shooting and performs Root Cause Analysis

· Performs assigned daily rounds

· Manages small projects including minor contractor activities

· Continuous Improvement- Assists with implementation of continuous improvement projects to increase through-put, improve quality, enhance safety, etc

· Works with the Lead Maintenance Technicians and the Engineers to make ongoing system improvements

· Provides input and technical assistance to engineering projects

· Prioritizes and manages work assigned to ensure immediate response to emergencies, diagnoses faults quickly and makes immediate repairs

· Initiates, plans, and coordinates work performed by other associates, contractors and /or self. (Unplanned, planned, changeovers etc.)

· Installs mechanical/electrical equipment according to the manufacturer’s recommendations in a timely manner for an optimal production timeline that avoids lengthy periods without loss of business

· Ensures that predictive maintenance techniques are implemented correctly.

· Makes input for spares needed to support asset management program

Qualifications & Experience:

· An HND in Electrical Engineering/Electronics

· Technician 1 – Minimum 3 – 5 years’ experience in food industry;

· Technician 2 – Minimum 5 – 7 years’ experience in food industry

· Basic electrical circuit knowledge

· Ability to read and interpret blueprints as well as basic to intermediate PLC ladder logic

· Ability to troubleshoot faults on production equipment

· Ability to work on process control instruments such as temperature transmitters, level transmitters, level switches etc.

· Proficiency in MS Office and basic PC skills

· Working knowledge of Omron, Siemens, Danfoss, schneider variable frequency drives and other common drives used in the field

· Knowledge of best-in-class maintenance practices and predictive maintenance activities

· Basic Electrical PCB troubleshooting

· Team player with outstanding interpersonal skills

· Enquiring and analytical thinking ability

· A self-starter with high energy and a bias for action

· Basic knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and industrial automation systems

· Ability to mentor and coach others.