Senior Pouching Machine Operator at Statpack Industries Ltd

Statpack Industries Ltd, a manufacturing company based in Nairobi is looking for a senior Pouch making machine operator. the ideal candidate should be a team player with a positive and flexible attitude and preferably have

REPORTING TO:                                PRODUCTION MANAGER

PURPOSE/SUMMARY OF THE JOB

To operate machines with minimum supervision and to produce conforming quality products, at minimum waste.

DUTIES /RESPOSIBILITY:

•  Set up and operate Pouch machine and support equipment to form pouches of printed/laminated/ flexible plastic film for use in food packaging.
• Identify and remove defects found in production and communicate to QA
• Operate within strict standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Responsible for quality control. Make adjustments, as necessary, during production ASAP to minimize waste of raw materials and time. 
• Ensure the machine is operating in a safe condition with all safety procedures.
• Ensure that the finished product is properly labelled and documented to provide traceability.
• Perform job roll changes / clear machine jams / adjust machine settings as required to ensure acceptable quality pouch is produced
• Maintain housekeeping standards of pouch machines and the surrounding area
• Provide communication on a daily basis with management, maintenance, shift in charge personnel.
• Ensure that during change of shift a through hand over has been done i.e proper communication has taken place so that each member is aware of the shifts tasks and all equipment/materials needed to carry out the job is available.
• Ensure machine is in good working condition by performing preventive maintenance tasks (Autonomous Maintenance)
• Maintain accurate documentation
• Train new operators.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Observe cleanliness, smartness, and health and safety rules and regulations within the company. Keep and maintain a clean working environment.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Diploma/ Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Good knowledge of the machine
• At least five years’ experience in similar line on work
• Strong awareness of safe working practices
• Attention to details, good communication skills and a team player