Mechanical Engineer Recruitment at Value Seeds Limited

Value Seeds Limited was incorporated in 2009 and started business same year.  We are in the business of research, multiplication and distribution of field crops; importation and distribution of assorted vegetable seeds. We are licensed by National Agricultural Seeds Council.  We are a member of SEEDAN (Seeds Entrepreneurs Association of Nigeria) and one of the 8-member Ad hoc Committee set up to run the affairs of seed industry in Nigeria today.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Mechanical Engineer
Job Location: Kaduna

Job Description

• Value Seeds Limited, a top-notch agricultural seed company is looking for a skilled Mechanical Engineer to set up, maintain and operate our machinery.
• A great mechanical engineer is reliable and able to work with attention to details and safety standards..
• The goal will be to ensure that production procedures using the machineries and plants will be carried on smoothly to maximize efficiency and profits.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines (calibration, cleaning etc.) to start a production cycle
• Control and adjust machine settings (e.g. speed)
• Feed raw material or parts to semi-automated machines
• Inspect parts with precision and measuring tools
• Test operation of machines periodically
• Fix issues that might occur during the shift
• Check output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws
• Keep records of approved and defective units or final products
• Maintain activity logs

Requirements

• Proven experience as a machine operator
• Working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery and measurement tools (caliper, micrometer etc.)
• Understanding of production procedures
• Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g. constant use of protective gear)
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals
• Analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork and communication skills
• Physical stamina and strength

Qualification
The candidate:

• Must have a diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering or cognate fields
• Work experience should not be less than 3 years in engineering discipline