Mechanical Technician

Mechanical Technician (Packaging Machinery)

Company: Astral Adhesives
Location: Rania - Kanpur
Designation: Mechanical Technician
Qualification: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering / ITI Fitter
Experience: 02-05 years (Pharma / FMCG high-speed packaging machines preferred)

Role Overview:

Astral Adhesives is looking for a skilled Mechanical Technician with hands-on experience in mechanical maintenance of high-speed packaging machinery used in Pharma / FMCG environments. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring continuous machine uptime, executing preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting mechanical faults.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance of high-speed packaging machinery (fillers, cappers, wrappers, labelers, high-RPM rotating systems).
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and reduce machine downtime.
• Support in machine installation, alignment, and calibration.
• Monitor machine performance and carry out root cause analysis for recurring faults.
• Coordinate with production teams for smooth line operation and maximum OEE.
• Maintain logs for breakdowns, spare parts, and maintenance activities.
• Ensure adherence to safety practices, SOPs, and 5S standards.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong mechanical knowledge of high-speed packaging machinery (Pharma / FMCG preferred).
• Ability to work with gears, bearings, drives, rotating equipment, and mechanical assemblies.
• Good troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Basic understanding of mechanical drawings and maintenance manuals.
• Coordination skills and ability to work in a fast-paced plant environment.