Mechanical Technician – Food Processing Plant

About the role

Americana Foods is looking for a safety‑conscious Mechanical Technician to join its Maintenance team in Dubai. The role focuses on maintaining the mechanical integrity, reliability and efficiency of high‑speed poultry processing and packaging equipment.

Key responsibilities

• Operate, inspect and maintain machinery across preparation, processing and packing areas, including mixers, grinders, ovens, fryers, Ishida weigh‑scale systems, metal detectors and conveyor belts.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, lubricate parts with food‑grade lubricants, and replace worn components such as bearings, belts, sprockets and gearboxes.
• Respond to breakdowns, diagnose root causes and repair or replace motors, pumps, valves, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Ensure all work complies with HACCP, ISO 22000 and other food‑safety standards, using stainless‑steel fasteners and food‑safe materials.
• Assist with installation, alignment and commissioning of new machines, interpreting mechanical drawings and OEM documentation.

Required profile

• 7‑9 years of experience as a Mechanical Technician in poultry processing or food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of high‑speed packaging equipment such as Ishida, Sandiacre, metal detectors and modular conveyor systems.
• Experience with processing equipment from JBT, GEA, BW Flexible and similar manufacturers.

Required skills

• Ishida and Sandiacre packaging machines
• Metal detectors and X‑ray inspection systems
• Modular and wire‑belt conveyor maintenance
• Preventive maintenance planning and execution
• Use of CMMS for work order management