Maintenance Engineer

Hoya · Chennai

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Equipment Maintenance & Operations:

• Oversee installation, repair, and maintenance of production and laboratory equipment

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime

• Conduct regular equipment inspections and identify potential issues before failures occur

• Maintain detailed equipment records, maintenance logs, and service history

• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure availability of critical components

Team Management:

• Supervise and mentor maintenance technicians and support staff

• Assign maintenance tasks and monitor progress and quality of work

• Provide on-the-job training and guidance to maintenance staff

• Conduct performance evaluations and coordinate professional development

Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations, ISO standards, and company policies

• Implement and monitor health and safety protocols for maintenance operations

• Conduct safety audits and investigations for maintenance-related incidents

• Maintain OSHA compliance and coordinate safety training programs

Planning & Documentation:

• Prepare maintenance budgets and monitor expenditures

• Track maintenance KPIs and provide performance reports to Manager

• Identify and recommend equipment upgrades or replacements

• Document maintenance procedures and update maintenance manuals

Facility Management:

• Oversee maintenance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and utility systems

• Ensure facility cleanliness and proper functioning of all building systems

• Coordinate with vendors and external service providers for specialized maintenance

KEY COMPETENCIES

Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of equipment, machinery, and maintenance procedures
Leadership & Team Management: Ability to supervise, motivate, and develop team members
Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills: Creative approach to troubleshooting and resolving maintenance issues
Safety Consciousness: Strong commitment to safety practices and regulatory compliance
Communication Skills: Clear and effective communication with team members and management
Time Management & Organization: Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage schedules
Computer Proficiency: Proficiency Excel and MS Office
Preventive Maintenance Planning: Ability to develop and execute effective preventive maintenance strategies
Cost Management: Ability to manage budgets and minimize maintenance costs
Continuous Improvement: Commitment to identifying and implementing process improvements
Maintain availability of the equipment according to the KPIs defined and if necessary, propose equipment improvement or new equipment
Manage the spares stocks

Education:

Relevant bachelor's degree

Experience:

Minimum 8-10 years of experience in maintenance management or operations
Proven track record of managing maintenance teams and achieving KPIs
Experience in optical/laboratory equipment maintenance is an advantage
Experience with CMMS software and preventive maintenance planning
Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, or other relevant quality and safety standards
Optical qualifications and experience an advantage
Digitally engaged
Good knowledge of machine repairing and their equipment’s.

Essential Skills Required:

In-depth knowledge of machinery, equipment, and maintenance best practices
Advanced computer and MS Office skills
Proficiency in English (spoken and written) - minimum mid-level
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent interpersonal and team management skills
Ability to work independently and take ownership of maintenance operations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

HOYA Group: Founded in 1941 in Tokyo, Japan, HOYA Corporation is a global technology and med-tech company and a leading supplier of innovative high-tech and medical products. HOYA’s divisions and business units research and develop products utilized in the healthcare and information technology fields. In the healthcare field, we provide medical device products such as eyeglasses, medical endoscopes, contact and intraocular lenses, orthopedic implants, surgical/therapeutic devices and medical device reprocessing and disinfection solutions. In the information technology field, we provide products such as optical lenses, photomasks and blanks used in the manufacturing process for semiconductor and LCD/OLED devices, text-to-speech, human resources and other software solutions and critical components for the mass memory and cloud storage industries. With over 150 offices and subsidiaries worldwide, HOYA currently employs a multinational workforce of 37,000 people.

HOYA Vision Care: As a global leader in optical technology, HOYA Vision Care is dedicated to providing innovative vision care solutions for every stage of a patient’s life. A steadfast partner to Eye Care Professionals around the world, it stands at the forefront of optical excellence. With a global presence, consisting of 43 laboratories and a growing team of 20,000 employees, HOYA Vision Care delivers innovative lenses and other vision care solutions to millions of people in 110 countries.

We focus on a better tomorrow, today. You can become part of our story. HOYA Vision Care is the place where you can act according to your strengths and evolve according to your aspirations. It’s a place where you can shape the way you work, guided by our CLEAR Values, and empowered by generations of expertise. You can get involved in our sustainability initiatives and choose to become a One Vision ambassador. You can give back the gift of sight to people all over the world by deciding to work with us.

We welcome people who challenge us to become better, who share our sense of purpose and who embrace growth so that our vision and mission align. We invite you to find out more, and together we can continue to provide vision for a lifetime.

The Technical Engineer is responsible for overseeing the daily maintenance operations of laboratory and production equipment, utilities, and infrastructure. This role involves managing maintenance teams, coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance activities, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining optimal equipment performance to support operational efficiency. The Technical Engineer works hands-on with the team while ensuring adherence to safety protocols, health standards, and established maintenance procedures.

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