Job Title & Number of Vacancies: Mechanical Engineer (01)
Reports To: Manager production & Technical Services
Duty station: Soroti
Purpose of the Job:
To maintain, repair, and optimize mechanical systems and machinery in the factory to ensure continuous and efficient production while adhering to safety and quality standards.
Job Summary:
The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the operation, maintenance, and improvement of mechanical equipment such as conveyor belts, pulping machines, packaging units, and cooling systems. This role includes troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and implementing efficiency upgrades to minimize downtime and increase productivity.
Main Duties:
- Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical issues in factory equipment.
- Perform scheduled preventative maintenance to reduce breakdowns.
- Analyse machinery performance and recommend improvements for efficiency.
- Design and implement modifications or upgrades to existing systems.
- Ensure all mechanical systems comply with factory safety regulations.
- Conduct risk assessments and implement safety measures.
- Work closely with production teams to identify and resolve operational bottlenecks.
- Train operators and technicians on proper equipment usage and maintenance.
- Maintain detailed records of repairs, inspections, and maintenance activities.
- Prepare reports on equipment performance and improvement plans.
- And any other duties that may be assigned to you from time to time by your supervisor
Qualifications & experience Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Professional certifications in mechanical maintenance or machine operation (preferred).
- 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or food processing environment.
- Proficiency in troubleshooting industrial machinery, especially food production equipment.
Mode of Application:
Applications accompanied with updated detailed CV, Certified Copies of Academic transcripts and Certificates, Telephone contact, Names and Email addresses of three referees emailed to hr@softe.co.ug and should be addressed to:
The Human Resource & Administration Officer,
Soroti Fruits Limited,
Plot 1-4, Pineapple Road, Soroti Industrial & Business Park, Arapai,
P. O. Box 154, Soroti.
NOTE: Only online applications will be considered and shortlisted applicants contacted.
Recruitment is on a rolling basis.
To apply for this job email your details to hr@softe.co.ug