Technician, Mechanical Maintenance

Job Title – Mechanical Technician

City, Country – Asoj, Vadodara, India

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your key responsibilities:

• Perform preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance of plant machinery and utility equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair pumps, compressors, gearboxes, agitators, blowers, valves, and piping systems.
• Carry out equipment overhauling, alignment, bearing replacement, and mechanical seal replacement.
• Support installation, commissioning, and modification of mechanical equipment.
• Execute shutdown maintenance activities and ensure timely completion of maintenance work.
• Follow safety procedures, LOTO requirements, and GMP standards during maintenance activities.
• Maintain maintenance records, equipment history, and spare parts consumption data.
• Identify equipment failures, assist in root cause analysis, and implement reliability improvement actions.
• Coordinate with production, engineering, and contractor teams to ensure uninterrupted plant operations.

We bring.

• Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards.
• Recognition and celebration of your efforts and accomplishments.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.
• Opportunity to build a career making a significant impact on billions of lives, with the freedom to shape your own path.
• Responsibility and accountability in living company values and driving sustainable solutions.
• Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change.

You bring.

• ITI / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• 6 - 8 years of relevant industrial experience.
• Strong knowledge of industrial instrumentation systems.
• Hands-on experience with pumps, compressors, gearboxes, agitators, blowers, valves, and piping systems.
• Familiar with GMP, safety protocols and standards.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.

Equal opportunities commitment

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drive unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate if there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, and diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

About dsm-firmenich:

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Our application process:

Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal (www. dsm-firmenich.com/careers). For further information, please contact Supriya Patade, Talent Acquisition Partner ([email protected]).

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement:

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting on the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accept agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.