Joefer Macalalad Villaester
Lucena City
Summary
Results-oriented Senior Technical Officer/Maintenance Engineer with extensive experience in equipment maintenance and process improvement within the food and bakery manufacturing sectors. Demonstrates strong troubleshooting skills and expertise in preventive maintenance to enhance production efficiency and reduce downtime. Proven track record in machine installation, commissioning, and testing for large-scale operations. Committed to driving continuous improvement and achieving operational excellence across all projects.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Technical Officer/Equipment Engineer
Gardenia Bakeries (KL) Sdn. Bhd
03.2023 - Current
- Involvement in the installation, testing, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of key projects at Gardenia Bakeries Bukit Kemuning Plant 2, including:
- Fluffy Bun Line (23,000 pcs/hr)
- Cream Roll/Savory Bun Line (24,000 pcs/hr)
- Gardenia Numee Noodles (8,000 pcs/hr)
- Savory Kitchen/Filling Line
- Oversees and implements preventive maintenance programs to ensure smooth production operations
- Leads a team of technicians to minimize downtime and optimize production efficiency
- Coordinates with suppliers and OEMs for spare parts procurement and machine improvements
- Manages engineering documentation and data control
- Supports project teams in installations, machine upgrades, and system improvements
- Played a key role in implementing and starting the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to streamline maintenance activities and improve equipment tracking
- Reports directly to the Engineering Manager, handling downtime reports and spare parts inventory
- Monitors and maintains plant utility systems, including AHU, Daikin chillers, cooling towers, cold rooms, hot water systems, boilers, and compressors
Technical Officer
Gardenia Bakeries (KL) Sdn. Bhd
Selangor
10.2019 - 03.2023
- Supervised repair and maintenance activities for various production machinery including mixers, proofers, ovens, and packaging units.
- Specialized in Material Handling Systems (MHS), SCADA, mixer, proofing, baking, conveyorized belt systems, and packaging in a food/bakery manufacturing plant.
- Worked with US, European, Taiwan machines, including:
Shaffer Mixers
BVT Conveyors/Moulder
W&P proofer and ovens
Capway
Technopool
GEA Comas
Cavanna Packaging Machine
Mettler Toledo Metal Detector
Markem Images Printing
Ishida Check Weigher & Metal Detectors
Kwik Lok
KCMC Noodle Line Machine
Yang Jeng Moulder and Conveyor - Collaborated with QA and production teams to maintain recipe accuracy and enhance equipment performance.
- Supported installation and commissioning of new production lines.
- Created SOPs to ensure optimal operation of newly installed equipment.
- Conducted daily equipment checklists and maintenance reports
Equipment Technician
Gardenia Bakeries (KL) Sdn. Bhd | July 2015 – October 2019
Selangor
07.2015 - 10.2019
- Performed troubleshooting and preventive maintenance of production equipment.
- Facilitated machine mobilization, installation, and setup.
- Conducted inventory of spare parts and managed maintenance documentation.
- Ensured safety compliance and conducted quality inspections.
QA/QC Inspector Assistant
IWI Ltd.,(Ruwais Refinery Expansion Project)
Abu Dhabi
09.2012 - 12.2014
- Assisted in site inspections, documentation control, and QA compliance audits.
- Coordinated with contractors and engineering teams for quality assurance.
- Ensured adherence to safety and quality standards in oil and gas construction projects.
Senior Equipment Technician
Sunpower Philippines Manufacturing Ltd.
FPIP, Sto.Tomas, Batangas
10.2008 - 09.2012
- Conducted troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of semiconductor production equipment.
- Implemented process optimization and equipment modifications to improve efficiency.
- Managed equipment documentation and compliance audits.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electronics and Communications Engineering
Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation
Lucena City, Philippines01.2008
Skills
- Troubleshooting
- Maintenance
- Industrial Machinery
- Automation Systems
- Electro-mechanical Systems
- Pneumatics
- Sensors
- Basic PLC Programming
- Material Handling Systems (MHS)
- SCADA
- Mixer
- Proofing
- Baking
- Conveyorized Belt Systems
- Packaging
- Bakery Manufacturing
- Computerized Machine Maintenance System (CMMS)
- Microsoft Office
- ERP Systems
Key Projects Involvement
- Start up of Gardenia Bakeries Bukit Kemuning Plant 2- Malaysia
- Fluffy Bun Line (23,000 pcs/hr)
- Cream Roll/Savory Bun Line (24,000 pcs/hr)
- Gardenia Numee Noodles (8,000 pcs/hr)
- Savory Kitchen/Filling Line
- Played a key role in implementing and starting the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to streamline maintenance activities and improve equipment tracking.
Certification
- Omron Basic PLC Training
- Preventive Maintenance for Sumitomo Gear Motors and Gearboxes
- 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
- Hazard Communication & Incident and Injury Free Training
- Fundamentals of Mechanical Drives & Lubrication Techniques
References
- Michael Tuason, Gardenia Bakeries (KL) Sdn. Bhd,
- michaeltuason@gardenia.com.my
- Ivan Lim, Gardenia Bakeries (KL) Sdn. Bhd,
- ivanlim@gardenia.com.my
Personal Information
- Height: 5'8
- Weight: 75 kg
- Citizenship: Filipino
- Date of Birth: 07/26/86
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Senior Technical Officer/Equipment Engineer
Gardenia Bakeries (KL) Sdn. Bhd
03.2023 - Current
Technical Officer
Gardenia Bakeries (KL) Sdn. Bhd
10.2019 - 03.2023
Equipment Technician
Gardenia Bakeries (KL) Sdn. Bhd | July 2015 – October 2019
07.2015 - 10.2019
QA/QC Inspector Assistant
IWI Ltd.,(Ruwais Refinery Expansion Project)
09.2012 - 12.2014
Senior Equipment Technician
Sunpower Philippines Manufacturing Ltd.
10.2008 - 09.2012
Bachelor of Science - Electronics and Communications Engineering
Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation
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