Purpose

Mechanical shift technician/Fitter is responsible for Operation & Maintenance and troubleshooting of all non-production utility equipment that supports manufacturing. This includes Boilers, Air Compressors, Cooling Towers, Pumps, HVAC systems, ETP, Material Handling Systems, and PWS & Distribution systems. The role ensures uninterrupted operation of utility systems with high standards of safety, GMP documentation, and compliance.

Position / Job Title

Technician/Fitter – Utilities & Engineering

Department

Engineering

Reporting To

Assistant General Manager, Engineering

Location

Indore

Years Of Experience

7–9 years (Pharma/FMCG/Process Industry preferred)

Dosage Form

Solid & Semi solid

Job Responsibilities / Deliverables

Utility Equipment Operation & Maintenance

Perform daily operation and mechanical maintenance of Utility Area Equipment's.
Troubleshoot and maintain Air Compressors (Screw/Reciprocating).
Maintain Boilers, steam lines, condensate recovery systems, and mechanical steam components.
Carry out O&M of Cooling Towers, checking drift eliminators, nozzles, fill packs, pumps.
Maintain Pumps (Centrifugal/Reciprocating/Submersible) including alignment and balancing.
Maintain PWS & WFI distribution skids, sanitary pumps, and hygienic piping joints.
Inspect and service heat exchangers (Shell & Tube/Plate Type).
Perform mechanical maintenance for AHU/HVAC components such as belt alignment, pulley adjustment, bearings, and dampers.

Preventive Maintenance (PM)

Execute preventive maintenance for all utility machines as per SOP & OEM guidelines.
Carry out routine inspection of pumps, valves, bearings, seals, belts, and rotating parts.
Perform lubrication, greasing, tightening, and equipment condition monitoring.
Maintain PM checklists and ensure timely documentation.
Execute PM schedules for all mechanical utility equipment.
Perform condition monitoring (vibration, temperature, noise pattern checks).
Maintain lubrication schedules for mechanical moving parts.
Identify potential failures early and escalate immediately.
Ensure availability of mechanical spare parts and consumables.

Breakdown Maintenance

Diagnose mechanical faults and restore equipment in minimum time.
Repair pumps, blowers, compressor modules, piping leaks, valves, and fittings.
Replace mechanical seals, bearings, gaskets, couplings, belts, and filters.

Tools, Equipment & Workshop Competency

Skilled in using mechanical tools such as spanners, torque wrenches, pullers, dial gauges, vernier calipers.
Skilled in pump dismantling/assembly and rotating equipment repair.
Basic knowledge of workshop machines (drill, grinder, cutting tools).

Documentation & GMP Compliance

Record all maintenance activities in logbooks, PM sheets, and job cards as per GDP.
Follow ALCOA+ principles for maintenance documentation.
Support audits (QA, EHS, regulatory) with accurate and updated records.
Report deviations, breakages, abnormalities, and support CAPA closure.

Installation & Commissioning

Assist in installation and commissioning of utility equipment (Boiler, Compressor, Cooling Tower, HVAC units).
Support new piping installations, alignment, and equipment levelling.

Safety & Compliance

Follow Permit to Work (PTW), Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) and utility safety protocols.
Use PPE and enforce compliance with safety standards.
Support EHS inspections and implement corrective actions.

Qualifications Education

ITI / Diploma in Mechanical Fitter / Mechanical Technician

Additional Notes Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of pharma manufacturing equipment and utilities
Strong hands‑on mechanical troubleshooting skills.
Knowledge of pumps, compressors, boilers, cooling towers & HVAC mechanicals.
Ability to read mechanical drawings, GA diagrams, and P&IDs.
Safety-conscious, reliable, and disciplined.
Basic understanding of GMP expectations for utility operations.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Zero Quality Incidents
100% adherence of PM Schedular
100% adherence of calibration schedular
Utility Equipment uptime score must be more than 85%
Zero Safety Incidents

Senior Technician III