Production Technician (Maintenance) (1 Year Renewable Contract)

Purpose: Responsible for ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safe operational condition of production equipment and machinery such as CNC machines, robotics, and welding machines through routine maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and technical support to production teams, to maximize reliability, availability, and safety to achieve optimal performance and reduction of machinery breakdowns.

Key Area of Responsibilities

Perform routine and scheduled maintenance tasks, including lubrication, grease top-up, coolant level checks, and coolant concentration/pH level management, while conducting inspections and record-keeping to ensure equipment reliability and uptime.

Inspect equipment for signs of wear or damage, perform condition-based monitoring, and report findings to the Production Maintenance Engineer to detect potential failures and schedule maintenance accordingly.

Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment faults, collaborating with the Production Maintenance Engineer on complex issues, while providing technical assistance to production operators to minimize downtime and optimize equipment performance.

Perform repairs and replacements as needed to restore equipment and machinery functionality.

Provide updates on maintenance status and progress to Production Maintenance Engineer and production teams.

Manage inventory levels and spare parts, while maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of maintenance activities, including inspections, repairs, and parts used.

Assist in installing and commissioning new equipment and machinery to ensure smooth integration into production operations.

Requirements

ITE or Diploma in Maintenance/ Mechatronics /Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or other relevant qualification.

Minimum 5 years of experience in machinery servicing/maintenance or a related field within the manufacturing industry.

Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with CNC, robotics, and welding machines.

Strong problem-solving skills to analyze equipment failures, identify root causes, troubleshoot logically, and implement corrective actions.

Good knowledge of electrical circuits, electronics, and control systems, with experience in electrical troubleshooting and repair is advantageous.

Good knowledge of mechanical systems, including pumps, motors, and gearboxes, with experience in mechanical troubleshooting and repair is advantageous.

Good knowledge of relevant safety regulations, policies, and procedures.

Good communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Basic computer skills for maintenance record keeping.

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VDL ETG Singapore is a supplier of system integrations of mechatronic (sub)systems and modules for 'Original Equipment Manufacturing' (OEM) companies. These companies are leaders in manufacturing technically sophisticated equipment. One of the key markets in which VDL ETG Singapore operates is the semiconductor industry, where it specialises in Wafer Fab Equipment.

Our value proposition as a system supplier consists of providing total lifecycle management: from (co-)design to cost analysis, repair & refurbishment, R&D support, prototyping, first runs, volume manufacturing. We can do this because we have in-house facilities for machining, high-speed milling, precision grinding, mechanical and electrical (cleanroom) assembly, testing, product certification and on-site installation.

We are a diverse, multicultural team working towards the same goal: meeting the demands of our customers and partners. Our location in Singapore makes us a strategic partner for many of our customers and allows us to offer our clients competitive services and values. The company has been evolving with its employees for more than 50 years. This enables us to meet the ever-changing world we live in. The team works together to stay relevant and ahead of change. The company also makes a difference to all stakeholders, including the local community, by giving back to society. We combine Dutch and modern Asian cultures, making the most of both worlds. Our strength lies in our diversity of people, customers and cultures.