Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients. Want to help us make a difference? Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers and partners to imagine and offer ingredients to better feed people and treat patients. Each of our ingredients responds to unique and essential needs, and they enable healthier lifestyles. Job Purpose: To ensure smooth operation, preventive maintenance, and quick breakdown maintenance of mechanical and basic electrical equipment in a starch manufacturing plant to achieve uninterrupted production. Key Responsibilities: 1. Preventive & Routine Maintenance Perform scheduled preventive maintenance of: Pumps, motors, gearboxes, conveyors Centrifuges, dryers, screens, separators Lubrication and inspection of rotating equipment Maintain maintenance records and checklists 2. Breakdown Maintenance Attend equipment breakdowns promptly Diagnose mechanical faults and resolve issues Replace worn-out parts (bearings, belts, seals, etc.) Minimize downtime and ensure quick restoration of operations 3. Equipment Handling Assist in installation and commissioning of new machines Carry out alignment, fitting, and assembly work Support plant shutdown and startup activities 4. Utility Maintenance Assist in maintenance of: Boilers, compressors, and pipelines Water systems and steam lines Ensure leak-free and efficient utility systems 5. Safety & Compliance Follow all safety rules and SOPs Use proper PPE during maintenance work Maintain housekeeping in work area Report unsafe conditions immediately 6. Documentation Maintain logs of maintenance activities Update job cards, breakdown reports, and spare usage Assist in inventory control of spares Education & Qualifications: ITI (Fitter / Turner / Mechanic / Electrician preferred) Basic knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems Experience: 1–5 years of experience in: Starch, food processing, chemical, or manufacturing industry Freshers with strong technical skills may be considered Technical Skills: Knowledge of rotating equipment and plant machinery Basic electrical troubleshooting (motors, panels) Understanding of preventive maintenance practices Ability to use hand tools and measuring instruments Behavioral Skills: Good problem-solving ability Team player with discipline Willingness to work in shifts Ability to handle pressure during breakdowns Working Conditions: Plant-based role with exposure to dust, noise, and heat Shift duty (Day/Night rotation) Physical activity required Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Equipment uptime Breakdown response time Preventive maintenance adherence Safety compliance If you identify yourself in this position, please apply by uploading your resume and let's start the journey together! Roquette is proud to be a global company where you can find personal and professional growth through multiple diverse experiences. Roquette strives to create a dynamic workforce while remaining firmly committed to equal opportunity by complying with EEO laws. As we continue to grow, Roquette understands that to be successful we must always be inclusive in our approach. To find out more about our products, values and sustainable development ambitions visit us at www.roquette.com and at www.sustainability.roquette.com Roquette is a global leader in sustainable plant-based solutions, driving innovation and strong partnerships that are shaping the future of nutrition, health, and bioindustry. The company harnesses natural resources such as wheat, corn, seaweed, and cellulose to craft high-performance ingredients used in everyday foods, oral medications, advanced biopharmaceuticals, and a range of bio-based products. A family-owned company with over 90 years of expertise and 11,000 employees, Roquette serves clients in over 150 countries and is committed to creating lasting value for customers, patients, consumers, and society. Together, we turn the potential of nature into the essentials of life. Discover more about Roquette here.

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