Maintenance Operator

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Job Summary: The Maintenance Operator performs and supports preventive and corrective maintenance activities on machines, molds, peripherals, utilities, and facilities, with a focus on mold assembly/disassembly. Key Highlights: 1. Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on machines and molds 2. Assembles and disassembles molds (70% of tasks) 3. Strong communication and collaboration skills in an industrial environment Logoplaste is currently recruiting a Maintenance Operator to join our factory in Mealhada. About Logoplaste Present in 17 countries, Logoplaste is a global provider of value-added services and a producer of rigid plastic packaging for leading consumer goods companies in the food and beverage, cosmetics, personal care, and household products sectors. We are specialists in producing sustainable plastic packaging through integrated and just\-in\-time supply chains. Our Wall to Wall business model eliminates the need for secondary packaging and the associated logistics of transporting empty packaging. Since 1976, we have contributed to reducing CO₂ emissions. At Logoplaste, we transform the environmental impact of rigid plastic packaging into a positive contribution to both the environment and business. Role Summary The Maintenance Operator performs and supports preventive and corrective maintenance activities on machines, molds, peripherals, utilities, and facilities, ensuring proper documentation and mold assembly/disassembly (70% of tasks). Complies with quality, safety, environmental, and good manufacturing practices, collaborates in equipment verification, and reports to the Maintenance Manager. Key Responsibilities * Implements the maintenance strategy according to instructions defined by respective supervisors; * Participates in assigned activities under Preventive Maintenance Plans for machines, molds, peripherals, and utilities; * Identifies and carries out repairs on machines, molds, peripherals, utilities, and facilities, or alerts respective supervisors if unable to resolve the issue; * Records all maintenance operations for which they are responsible; * Assembles and disassembles molds; * Complies with Good Manufacturing Practices defined by Logoplaste Portugal Group, as applicable to assigned tasks; * Complies with requirements of implemented Quality, Food Safety, Environmental, Sustainability, and Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems, aiming at product conformity, consumer safety, proper waste management, sustainable production, and protection of employees, assets, and third parties (visitors and service providers); * Competent Person \- Collaborates in and validates equipment verification checks; Desired Profile Education and Experience * Minimum education level: 12th grade or equivalent; * Minimum 3 years’ experience in similar roles, preferably in an industrial environment. Technical Skills * Solid electrical knowledge (mandatory); * Experience in mechanical maintenance within manufacturing environments (preferred); * Technical training in industrial or manufacturing fields (preferred). Behavioral Skills * Strong communication and collaboration skills; * Ability to work effectively in teams; * Proactive attitude and willingness to learn; * Sense of responsibility, organization, and results orientation. At Logoplaste, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and valued — a place where you can grow professionally and personally, with access to the resources and knowledge needed for your development. A place where respect and integrity guide all interactions, and success depends on each individual’s performance, attitude, and commitment. Follow us on LinkedIn LOGOPLASTE Shaping a better world with our partners through mindful packaging solutions