To provide advanced technical support, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of high-end automated bakery production lines, with a strong focus on industrial ovens, process control systems, and instrumentation. The role ensures optimal line efficiency, minimal downtime, and high reliability in continuous production environments
Responsibilities / Tasks
1. Installation & Commissioning
Install and commission automated bakery production lines.
Perform system integration with PLC systems, HMI/SCADA interfaces, Sensors and instrumentation.
Conduct factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT).
2. Advanced Troubleshooting
Diagnose and resolve complex faults in:
a) Electrical systems (motors, drives, panels)
b) Instrumentation (temperature, pressure, flow sensors)
c) Control systems (PLC, PID loops, HMI interfaces)
Troubleshoot oven-specific issues such as:
a) Temperature uniformity deviations
b) Burner or heating element performance
c) Airflow/fan control issues
Analyze root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.
3. Preventive & Predictive Maintenance
Execute structured maintenance programs for, Ovens (burners, thermocouples, controllers) and Electrical panels and control systems.
Monitor system performance trends (temperature stability, energy usage).
Recommend predictive maintenance improvements to reduce failures.
4. Technical Support & Optimization
Provide on-site and remote support for production issues
Optimize process parameters:
a) Baking profiles
b) Heat distribution
c) Conveyor speeds
Support customers in improving product consistency and throughput.
5. Documentation & Reporting
Generate detailed service and troubleshooting reports.
Maintain system documentation, electrical drawings, and PLC backups.
Record calibration and maintenance data for critical instruments.
6. Training & Knowledge Transfer
Train customer personnel on:
a) Operation of automated lines
b) Basic electrical/instrumentation troubleshooting
c) Provide guidance on best practices for equipment usage and maintenance
7. Customer Engagement
Act as technical expert and primary interface for customers.
Deliver professional and timely service support.
Build long-term customer relationships through technical reliability.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
Diploma / Degree in:
a) Mechanical Engineering
b) Electrical Engineering
c) Mechatronics Engineering
d) Instrumentation / Control Engineering
Experience
3–7 years experience in Automated industrial production lines, preferably food, bakery, or process industry.
Hands-on experience with industrial ovens is highly preferred.
Technical Skills (Critical)
Strong troubleshooting capability in:
a) Electrical systems (motors, VFDs, panels)
b) Instrumentation (thermocouples, RTDs, transmitters)
c) Control systems (PLC, HMI, SCADA)
Ability to read Electrical schematics and P&ID diagrams.
Soft Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work under pressure in production environments.
Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.
High level of ownership and accountability.
Your Profile / Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in one of the following disciplines:
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GEA is one of the largest technology suppliers for food processing and a wide range of other industries. The global group specializes in machinery, plants, as well as process technology and components.
GEA provides resource-efficient solutions for sophisticated production processes in diverse end-user markets and offers a comprehensive service portfolio.
