General Maintenance Executive

Lesaffre, which is a global reference in the yeast industry with its more than 170 years of accumulated knowledge, has been transmitting its international experience to Turkish bakery industry since 1992.

We unite the Lesaffre experience with our wide-spectrum user population by means of our over 600 employees and our production facilities, including our production facility in Lüleburgaz, which we have incorporated into our structure in 2015, in addition to our production facilities in Ceyhan and in Amasya, which have been in use since 1992, the year we started operating in Turkey.

We work to become the closest business partner of our users with the help of our brands which specifically address diverse needs. For bakers and home users, we produce yeast in different forms. In addition to yeast, we also provide baking solutions like bread improvers, bread mixes, and blends to bakery sector. The products that we produce are used with confidence in more than 80 countries, including Turkey.

In order to be able to fulfill our social responsibilities regarding the environment and our society by means of our R&D activities, we annually allocate approximately 30% of our industrial investments to policies on the protection of the environment.

As the key player of the global bread industry, our vision is ‘to delight people with innovative bread making and nutrition solutions for a better planet’.  And our mission of ‘working together to better nourish and protect the planet’ carries Lesaffre to the future.

What do we offer?

• Feeling valued and rewarded:  Mobile phone, laptop are provided for the duration of your employment with Lesaffre
• We care about your health; private health insurance package for you and your family
• Personal growth & challenging work with endless opportunities: to learn, to innovate, and to grow as one Lesaffre team
• Developing yourself with global "Lesaffre Academy" (LEA) opportunities

Participating in regional and global projects We are looking for our new “General Maintenance Executive” team member, who will work with us at our Amasya Factory.

• Plan, coordinate, and manage the maintenance and repair processes for all machines, equipment, and tools within the factory.
• Monitor and improve the maintenance, repair, and efficiency processes of packaging machines (vacuum filters, pumps, etc.).
• Ensure the regular maintenance of critical equipment (coolers, air compressors, blowers, condensers, etc.).
• Analyze recurring failures, develop, and implement appropriate solutions.
• Actively participate in investment projects by contributing to project teams, supporting the planning, execution, and monitoring of processes.
• Develop and track periodic maintenance and preventive maintenance programs.
• Manage breakdowns and promptly address urgent maintenance needs.
• Manage the planning, execution, and reporting processes for annual mandatory periodic inspections (pressure vessels, ventilation, air conditioning, etc.) to ensure compliance with legal requirements and safety standards.
• Manage the spare parts inventory for critical equipment and ensure the procurement of necessary parts at optimal costs.
• Ensure the procurement of necessary maintenance and repair materials to maintain efficient equipment operation.
• Prepare technical drawings and requests for modifications.
• Develop improvement projects to optimize maintenance and repair processes.
• Propose recommendations to enhance the efficiency of machines, equipment, and facilities.
• Continuously work on improvement initiatives to achieve cost and time savings in maintenance processes.
• Manage the maintenance team, enhance employee motivation, identify training needs, and organize relevant training programs.
• Increase the technical knowledge of staff and ensure the effectiveness of maintenance activities.
• Adapt the team to evolving technologies and enhance productivity through training.

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar position.
• Knowledge and experience with high-tech equipment and maintenance processes.
• Strong technical knowledge in machine maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in spare parts management and purchasing processes. 
• Team management and leadership skills.
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Experience in process improvement and productivity enhancement project.
• Excellent command of English (written and verbal)
• Proficiency in MS Office programs, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Work in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
• Possess time management and organizational skills.

Contact: [email protected] & [email protected] & [email protected] 

Please note that this role requires Turkish language.