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Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Maintenance Engineer
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Maintenance Engineer
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About this position
About this Position
- Responsible for end-to-end management of production equipment lifecycle and providing hands-on support for production operations. The role balances equipment maintenance, safety & compliance, technical improvements and team collaboration, serving as a key contributor to production stability and technology upgrades.
What you´ll do
- Safety Compliance & Quality Management:
- Enforce factory safety and quality operating procedures to ensure production activities meet regulatory and corporate standards.
- Support internal and external audits of safety and quality systems to maintain compliance. - Equipment Operation & Efficiency Improvement:
- Monitor daily equipment operation, perform routine maintenance and emergency fault diagnosis/repair to ensure stable, efficient equipment performance.
- Develop and implement Preventive Maintenance (PM) plans and scheduled inspections to reduce downtime. - Abnormal Response & Continuous Improvement:
- Lead in-depth analysis of equipment abnormalities (RCA), identify root causes and develop effective corrective/preventive actions; drive closure through coordination with production, process and other stakeholders.
- Use equipment performance data and efficiency metrics to anticipate risks and intervene quickly to minimize unplanned stoppages. - Standardization System Development:
- Prepare and revise SOPs, Work Instructions (WIs), equipment registers and related documents; establish equipment operation records and traceability to standardize operations and ensure information traceability. - Technical Upgrades & Project Delivery:
- Actively participate in commissioning and technical upgrade projects for automation equipment; lead consolidation and archiving of maintenance and tech-change documentation.
- Author automation equipment operation manuals and provide on-site guidance and technical training for frontline operators. - Systems & Tools Application:
- Proficient in HPS system PM and AM modules and in SAP; understand system logic to support equipment data management and business process integration.
- Familiar with CILT, CL and AH modules, able to prepare related documentation and train online operators. - Auxiliary Duties:
- Coordinate spare-parts procurement requests, issuance and inventory control, balancing cost and supply responsiveness.
- Carry out other tasks assigned by supervisors to support overall department objectives.
What makes you a good fit
- College degree or above in Electrical Automation, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Over 5 years of equipment management experience in daily chemical or cosmetics manufacturing, including at least 2 years as an equipment supervisor or in a similar management role.
- Good communication and coordination skills, strong analytical and learning ability, logical thinking, high sense of responsibility, and careful work attitude.
- Proficient with office software; able to read and write English.
- Willing to work overtime as needed to handle urgent production tasks.
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
- Comprehensive Group Insurance Scheme
- Annual Physical Examination
- Flexible Benefits cover for dependents
- Company Products Discount
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 25088048
Job Locations: China, Jiangsu, Suzhou - Wangdun
Contact information for application-related questions: Henkel.GCN.Recruitment@henkel.com
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.
Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.