Maintenance & Performance Engineer China VIE Contract (2 years)

Beijing - China

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Why China
Because its a unique adventure ! China is a fascinating blend of innovation tradition and incredible energy.
Our sites in Laibin and Chongzuo located in the lush Guangxi region offer a green authentic living environment close to dynamic cities like Nanning.

Youll work in a multicultural team where collaboration learning and innovation go hand in hand.

Your Mission

As a Maintenance & Performance Engineer your mission will blend technical expertise process improvement and team development:

Maintenance Process Expertise & Standardization

Act as the method and process expert for all maintenance activities across Lesaffre China plants.
Ensure consistent maintenance operating standards and performance KPIs between sites.
Lead Root Cause Analyses (RCA) on major breakdowns or process failures and define corrective actions.
Guarantee accurate equipment data preventive and predictive maintenance plans in the CMMS.
Support maintenance planners and technicians on CMMS use and process compliance.

KPI Monitoring & Performance Optimization

Define track and analyze maintenance performance indicators (downtime PM compliance MTBF etc.).
Identify performance gaps share insights with the maintenance coordinator and lead improvement initiatives.
Develop data-driven decision tools (Excel / Power BI dashboards) to visualize maintenance performance.
Drive digital optimization projects such as automated data collection or predictive maintenance setups.

Training & Skill Development

Assess technical skill levels among maintenance staff (planning troubleshooting CMMS use PdM techniques).
Create and deliver technical training modules tailored to identified skill gaps.
Monitor progress and continuously improve the training program based on feedback and results.
Act as a coach and facilitator promoting a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

Process Optimization & Best Practices

Conduct regular audits of maintenance processes and suggest actionable improvements.
Contribute to the standardization of procedures and ensure integration into the CMMS.
Participate in supplier evaluations workshops and performance reviews to align maintenance strategies and negotiate improvement plans.

EHS & Continuous Improvement

Promote and apply Lesaffres Health Safety and Environment (EHS) principles in all maintenance activities.
Encourage proactive safety behavior and share good practices among teams.
Foster a mindset of innovation collaboration and knowledge sharing across plants.

Youll be working in a multi-site multicultural environment with frequent travel between Chinese plants a great opportunity to develop your technical communication and project management skills at an international level.

Qualifications :

Your Profile

Engineering degree (Industrial Mechanical Process or related field).
First hands-on experience (internship apprenticeship or job) in maintenance process or continuous improvement within an industrial environment.
Strong digital mindset confident with tools like Excel Power BI or SAP PM (or other CMMS).
Fluent in English; French and Chinese are a plus!
Team player with curiosity analytical thinking and problem-solving mindset.
Willingness to travel regularly to different Lesaffre plants across China.

Additional Information :

Mission details
Location: Beijing then Laibin (Guangxi China) with frequent travel to other Lesaffre sites across China
Duration: 24 months
Start: Q1 2026

Recruitment process
1 CV Screening 2 Three interviews (local HQ) 3 Job offer
Goal: To offer you a long-term career after your V.I.E in China France or worldwide .

V.I.E Eligibility
Age: 1828 years old
Citizenship: EU or EEA country
Never completed a V.I.E before
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Perks: 1 return flight home per year allowance full support from Lesaffre teams.

Ready for your next adventure
If youre ambitious curious and eager to grow in an international environment this V.I.E is for you. Come shape the future of nutrition & fermentation with us in China .

Diversity & Inclusion: At Lesaffre diversity is a strength that enriches our culture and our teams. We are committed to offering you a work environment where you can thrive regardless of your background gender age or abilities. We encourage all applications as we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our ability to innovate and meet the challenges of tomorrow.

Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

Why ChinaBecause its a unique adventure ! China is a fascinating blend of innovation tradition and incredible energy.Our sites in Laibin and Chongzuo located in the lush Guangxi region offer a green authentic living environment close to dynamic cities like Nanning.Youll work in a multicultural team ...