Automation / Instrumentation Specialist at Perfetti Van Melle Nigeria Limited

Perfetti Van Melle Nigeria Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of Perfetti Van Melle group, one of the worlds largest manufacturers and distributors of confectionery and chewing gum, creating imaginative products and brands that are enjoyed in over 150 countries.

We are recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Automation / Instrumentation Specialist

Location: Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time

Objectives of the Role

• To ensure always that instruments used in the monitoring of production processes gives an acceptable level of accuracy through focus inspections, tests, calibrations and removal from the production system defective measuring/ indicating instruments.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform and/or oversee troubleshooting and maintenance necessary to keep observing instruments operating at their peak efficiency on a daily basis.
• Must be able to inspect, tests, detect abnormal fluctuations, adjust and repair instruments used for measuring and indicating pressure, temperature etc.
• Carry out in-house calibrations on instruments and in compliance with all statutory requirements by Weights and Measures.
• Must be able to test accuracy of measuring instruments, controllers and other recording, indicating or controlling instruments to locate defective components in system.
• Interface with the OEM for online and remote support and ensure the connectivity is always active.
• Initiate, own and assist with the resolution of RCAs (Root Cause Analyses) and completion of resulting actions.
• Prepares schematic drawings, sketches, and reports to reflect changes or alterations made in instruments, circuits and systems.
• Keep supervisor informed on progress on assigned tasks, problems and concerns related to the instrumentation; provide status reports as required and accept priorities as assigned.
• Collaborate with plant technicians to create efficient, effective and unified work environment based on the principles of teamwork and mutual responsibility for shared objectives.
• Contribute to a safe work place by performing all tasks in accordance with the company laid down rules on safety.
• Duties may not only be limited as listed above in primary assignment and may also require providing mechanical/Electrical support as needed. •
• Understand the significant environmental aspects and related actual or potential impacts associated with the work, and the environmental benefits of improved personal performance
• Understand roles and responsibilities and the importance of conformity with the QHSE requirements.
• Understand the potential consequences of departure from specified QHSE procedures or legal requirements.
• Ensure awareness, understanding and application of QHSE policy on assigned jobs
• Ensure awareness, understanding and application departmental /process QHSE objectives;
• Ensure awareness of your contribution to the effectiveness of the QHSE Management
• Systems, including the benefits of improved performance including associated opportunities for improvement of the processes assigned;
• Ensure awareness of the implications of not conforming with the Company QHSE
• Management Systems requirements including associated risks for the process assigned
• Implement and comply with QHSE requirements relating to environmental aspects and impacts and other policies, procedures and /or regulations applicable to assigned jobs
• Understand and apply the intent of the QHSE policy to assigned jobs

Requirements

• Minimum qualification and experience
• B.Sc / HND or equivalent in Graduate in Electronic /instrumentation engineering from a reputed and recognized university/institution with at least 5 years of practical experience in industrial instrumentation/ automation maintenance preferably in the food processing / FMCG industry.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Calibration methods
• Siemens PLC’s
• Good food hygiene & quality know how
• Knowledge of GMP and Workplace Organization
• Knowledge of Troubleshooting
• Basic Knowledge of Machine Operations
• Basic Equipment Care

Skills:

• Instrument calibration
• Numerate Skills
• Physical and mental alertness
• Analytical skills
• Automation system
• Effective communication skills.
• Multitasking skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Time Management Skills

S/No Key Performance Indicators Weight:

• Safety 20%
• Reduce Waste 20%
• Quality Standard /Statutory regulations and calibration compliance 20%
• Greaatness of Factory premises 20%
• Measuring equipment Availability and reliability 20%

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using "Automation / Instrumentation Specialist" as the subject of the mail.