Production Engineer

About the role

Leakom Marison is seeking an experienced Production Engineer to lead the technical and operational aspects of its cocoa powder factory in Skopje. The role involves ensuring efficient, safe, and reliable production processes in a food‑processing environment.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations and ensure smooth manufacturing processes.
• Supervise operation, performance, and maintenance of production machinery and equipment.
• Monitor processes, identify technical issues and implement solutions.
• Coordinate machine installation, commissioning, testing and optimisation.
• Develop and apply preventive maintenance procedures to minimise downtime.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, quality and workplace safety standards.

Required profile

• Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Food Process Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience in production engineering, industrial manufacturing or food‑processing operations.
• Strong problem‑solving, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and assume technical responsibility.
• Good command of Macedonian and English.

Required skills

• Industrial machinery operation and maintenance.
• Troubleshooting and technical issue resolution.
• Preventive maintenance planning.
• Machine installation, commissioning, testing and optimisation.
• Production process monitoring and improvement.

What we offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Free meals during working hours.
• Paid transportation to and from work.
• Opportunity to play a key role in establishing and developing a cocoa powder production operation.
• Hands‑on position with real responsibility and professional growth opportunities.