DEDE Bottle Factory PLC is an emerging bottle manufacturer dedicated to high-quality, sustainable production. Located in Debre Birhan, with a contact office in Addis Ababa, our state-of-the-art facility is currently in the advanced project phase. We are preparing for full-scale operations with cutting-edge machinery and expert teams to serve both local and international markets with innovative bottle solutions. Our company invites competent and qualified applicants for the following positions.
Job Purpose
The Shift Fitter II - IS Machine plays a critical role in ensuring the continuous, safe, and efficient operation of glass forming and feeder machinery during assigned shifts. This position is responsible for advanced preventive and corrective maintenance, complex fault diagnosis, and coaching junior fitters to maintain mechanical reliability, minimize downtime, and achieve production targets through technical leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspection & Maintenance: Conduct detailed inspections of Individual Section (IS) machines and feeder systems to detect wear, misalignment, or potential failures. Execute advanced preventive maintenance and mechanical adjustments for optimal performance.
- Troubleshooting & Repairs: Independently diagnose and repair complex mechanical faults. Lead emergency repair efforts to restore machine functionality rapidly during shift operations.
- Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Guide and coach junior fitters during routine maintenance tasks, complex troubleshooting, and daily operations.
- Operational Alignment: Coordinate closely with production teams to align maintenance activities with operational schedules and priorities.
- Record Keeping & Reporting: Maintain, audit, and log maintenance records accurately. Report recurring mechanical issues and propose actionable engineering improvements to supervisors.
- Compliance & Safety: Enforce strict adherence to safety protocols, promote safe work practices across the shift, and ensure compliance with maintenance schedules and company operational standards.
- Other Duties: Perform related operational tasks as assigned by the supervisor.