Description

Execute preventive, predictive and breakdown maintenance of API plant mechanical equipment. Handle maintenance of reactors, agitators, centrifuges, dryers, filters, pumps, compressors, vacuum systems, gearboxes, heat exchangers and other process equipment. Troubleshoot mechanical failures and minimize equipment downtime. Carry out inspection, servicing, alignment and overhauling of pumps, motors, gearboxes, valves and rotating equipment. Monitor equipment health through vibration, temperature, lubrication and other condition-monitoring techniques. Plan and execute preventive maintenance activities according to approved schedules and SOPs. Coordinate with Production and other Engineering departments for maintenance activities and equipment shutdowns. Supervise technicians and contract manpower during maintenance and project activities. Ensure proper use of spares, tools and maintenance consumables. Maintain maintenance records, equipment history cards, checklists, logbooks and work orders. Support CAPA, deviation, breakdown investigation and root-cause analysis (RCA) activities. Participate in installation, commissioning and qualification of current mechanical equipment. Support preparation and revision of SOPs, preventive-maintenance procedures and equipment-related documents. Ensure compliance with GMP, EHS,



SOPs and safety requirements. Follow permit-to-work procedures, LOTO and other safety practices during maintenance. Coordinate with external vendors/contractors for equipment servicing and specialized maintenance. Monitor critical equipment and identify opportunities for reliability improvement and cost reduction. API Equipment Exposure Reactors and agitator systems Centrifuges ANFD / dryers Nutsche filters Vacuum pumps and systems Centrifugal and screw pumps Air compressors Gearboxes Heat exchangers Storage tanks and vessels Utility equipment Mechanical seals and valves Piping and associated mechanical systems Qualification Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering Relevant experience in API / pharmaceutical / chemical manufacturing preferred. Experience 3–7 years of relevant experience in mechanical maintenance, preferably in an API manufacturing plant. Key Skills Mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting Rotating equipment maintenance Preventive & predictive maintenance Pumps, gearboxes and agitators Mechanical seals and valves Equipment breakdown analysis RCA and CAPA Maintenance planning and scheduling GMP documentation EHS and LOTO Team and contractor management Spare-parts planning

📌 Senior Officer (Ankleshwar)
🏢 Cadila Pharmaceuticals
📍 Ankleshwar