1. Job Summary

Assist safe operation and maintenance of machinery and production lines in the assigned process lines by configuring the equipment, loading and operating the machines and reducing down-time so as to produce products that continuously meet the quality standards and quantity targets as per the schedule set.

2. Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Completing and maintain written documentation certifying completion of quality inspections, sanitation requirements, batch and blending production following SOP’s, and basic maintenance tasks.
• Maintaining sanitation of machinery, equipment, storage bins, workstations, etc
• Adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Completing daily and weekly tasks using Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) to ensure quality and repeatable results
• Ensuring continuous operation of process equipment at specific process line through active process monitoring and troubleshooting
• Effectively communicating job knowledge and process changes with team members and management through various forms of daily communication (shift handover meeting, daily production meetings, action logs, work orders, etc.).
• Performing quality inspection of product using basic lab equipment and SOP’s as a guide
• Reporting safety and/or equipment issues to line manager and perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the line manager.

• The position requires a minimum of TVET Level ¾ or Diploma and CoC certification in Manufacturing Technology or Industrial Mechanics or Industrial Electricity or Electrical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Industrial Engineering/Electricity or Electronic Engineering/Chemistry/chemical engineering/Food science
• 2 years’ experience in an FMCG manufacturing shop floor setting
• Ability to manage well under pressure while staying true to the company values.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to take on any task.
• Demonstrated team player
• Reliable and punctual – must adhere to attendance and absenteeism policy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize work while multitasking
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to receive regular feedback and act upon it accordingly
• Demonstrated drive for learning and teaching/sharing best practices with others
• Basic use of PC skills such as MS office, excel, word, and email