Automation Technician at Grand Cereals Limited (GCL)

Grand Cereals Limited (GCL), a subsidiary of UAC of Nigeria PLC, is an integrated foods company whose primary activity is the creation of superior value from local raw materials to produce and deliver superior quality brands in the animal feed, edible oils, breakfast cereals, pet food and other intermediate and consumer cereals products to Nigeria and West Africa markets.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Automation Technician

Location: Onitsha, Anambra
Function: Supply Chain
Reports To: Engineering Manager

Purpose of Job

• To optimize the performance of machinery and equipment. Designing and implementing maintenance strategies, policies and activities across all plants, reducing breakdowns and ensuring equipment reliability and maintainability.
• Perform routine checks on automated systems, monitor automated systems, isolate problems and perform repairs

Key Accountabilities

• Development, implementation and review of maintenance schedules-Daily, Weekly, Monthly & Annual checklist for automated systems to eliminate equipment breakdown and downtime in plants.
• Troubleshooting automation/electrical/instrumentation malfunctions and breakdowns as well as performing repairs.
• Establish, implement and review maintenance policies, strategies and plans in compliance with safety regulations.
• Implement approved technical projects- production facilities re-design, installation of new plants and equipment and commissioning in line with global standards.
• Monitoring the availability of parts and replenishing supplies.
• Identify areas of improvement, innovation and implement approved request to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Update necessary reports, records

Education and Experience

• Trade Test, NABTEB, OND, HND or related qualification in Electrical, Electronic or Mechatronic Engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years of work experience in a reputable manufacturing/production company with hands-on in general electrical and electronic functions.

Knowledge, Skills & Attitude:

• Basic knowledge of spare parts and relationship with equipment.
• Analytical skills
• Effective communication skills.
• Troubleshooting skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Time Management Skills
• Physical and mental alertness.

Application Closing Date
24th November, 2021.