1. Machine Operator – Filler

Role Purpose:

Operate and monitor the filling machine to ensure accurate, efficient, and hygienic filling of products into containers according to production schedules and quality standards.

Deadline: 18/08/2025

Location: Ihururu RD, Nyeri

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up, operate, and monitor the filler machine during production runs.
• Adjust machine settings to achieve correct fill volumes and minimize product loss.
• Perform changeovers for different product types, container sizes, and packaging formats.
•  Conduct routine checks for leaks, misfills, or quality defects.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and hygiene standards.
• Record production data such as output quantities, downtime, and defects.
• Clean and sanitize filling equipment as per standard operating procedures.
• Report equipment malfunctions to maintenance for timely repairs.
• Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE at all times.

Qualifications & Skills:

• KCSE Certificate or equivalent.
• Previous experience in machine operation in a manufacturing environment (preferred).
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and production schedules.
• Strong attention to detail and quality focus.

2. Machine Operator- Shrink Wrapper

Job Purpose

Ensures that manufacturing equipment/machines are set up for specified products and that manufacturing steps are executed according to approved standard operating procedures as detailed in the Batch Manufacturing Record (BMR).

Deadline: 17/08/2025
Location: Ihururu RD, Nyeri

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Operating Shrink wrapper machine efficiently & ensuring as per the respective OEM operating manuals.
• Liase with technical team to conduct thorough annual, preventive, autonomous and corrective maintenance activities on their machines.
• Liase with technical team to trouble shooting and correct on recurring machine issues
• Monitor and record critical process parameters as specified in the BMR and take the appropriate course of action to make necessary adjustments to ensure that intermediate and finished products meet prescribed quality specifications.
• Conduct pre-processing staging of equipment and/or raw materials for the batch start up as outlined in the BMR and ensure no cross contamination takes place.
• Appropriately operate processing equipment as defined in respective machine operations manuals ta avoid breakdowns and maloperations that lead to waste of inputs and defective products.
• Properly label all rejected or unused packaging material in liaison with the QC in charge and the production supervisor for return to the warehouse.
• Observe safe work procedures always while operating manufacturing equipment. Remove materials not in use/waste generated during manufacturing and ensure a hazard free working area.
• Ensure that before production is scheduled, all equipment /machines are in good operational state, all required packaging material are in number equivalent to the scheduled batch and the line is cleared off the previous batch.
• Ensure perfect operation of manufacturing equipment/machines and that products manufactured are of high quality and/or adjust improve the quality when possible.
• Strictly abide by safety regulations during manufacturing activities, keeping equipment in check to avoid mechanical/ electrical hazards that could cause harm to others involved.
• Any other related duty as may be assigned from time to time.

Performance Details: OKR Areas- (state the period targets and weightage) — 80%

• 87% Productivity Ratio (10%)
• 87% Availability Ratio (10%)
• 100% Machine maintenance (10%
• 99.8% Material yield (10%)
• 100% material reconciliation (10%)
• 95% score on 5s and cleanliness (10%)
• Zero customer complaints (10%)
• 0.075kwh/l electricity consumption (10%)

Minimum Qualifications, Regulatory & Legal Requirements

• Organizational and team work abilities
• Troubleshooting and root-cause analysis
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
• Problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of OSHA, lean manufacturing, machine monitoring, process control, and good manufacturing practices
• High school education plus 7 years’ experience in a similar role or Certificate in Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics or related field plus 5 years work experience or Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics or related field with 2 years’ experience in a similar role or Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics or related field with 6 months experience in a similar role

Competencies and Attributes (Soft Issues — 20%)

• Integrity (4%)
• Communication (4%)
• Team Fit (4%)
• Work Ethics (4%)
• Dependability (4%)

3. Machine Operator – Injection Moulding (Preform Manufacturing)

Role Purpose:

Operate and maintain the preform injection molding machine to produce high-quality PET preforms used in bottle production.

Deadline: 18/08/2025
Location: Ihururu RD, Nyeri

Key Responsibilities:

•  Operate injection molding machines according to production plans.
•  Monitor machine parameters such as temperature, pressure, and cycle time to maintain consistent quality.
•  Load raw materials (PET resin, colorant) into the machine hopper.
•  Inspect preforms for defects such as bubbles, flash, or uneven wall thickness.
•  Perform routine machine start-up, shut-down, and product changeovers.
•  Document production data including quantities, defects, and downtime.
•  Assist with mold changes and basic machine maintenance.
•  Keep the work area clean and free from hazards.
•  Comply with safety, GMP, and quality assurance requirements.

Qualifications & Skills:

• KCSE Certificate or equivalent.
•  Experience in injection molding operations (preferred).
•  Basic mechanical knowledge and problem-solving ability.
•  Ability to work under minimal supervision and meet production targets.
•  Strong commitment to quality and safety.

4. Technical Operator – PET BLOW Moulding Machine

Job Purpose

Maintain the assigned manufacturing equipment on top condition and/or perfectly set and operate it to achieve the pre-agreed production, quality, safety, health and environment targets.

Deadline: 17/08/2025
Location: Ihururu RD, Nyeri

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Operating the PET Blower machine efficiently & as per the respective operations manual to avoid breakdown and waste production.
• Ensure the assigned equipment is always on top condition by timely Performing autonomous, preventive, corrective and condition-based maintenance on it.
• Appropriately operate the assigned processing equipment as defined in respective machine operations manuals ta avoid breakdowns and maloperations that lead to waste of inputs and defective products.
• Perform and document root cause analysis of major failures of the assigned equipment during his/her shift.
• Take up stubborn equipment issues that occur during his/her shift with the Engineering team lead and/or the rest of senior department leadership to assist in resolution.
• Monitor and record critical process parameters as specified in the BMR and take the appropriate course of action to make necessary adjustments to ensure that intermediate and finished products meet prescribed quality specifications.
• Conduct pre-processing staging of equipment and/or raw materials for the batch start up as outlined in the BMR and ensure no cross contamination takes place.
• Properly label all rejected or unused packaging material(s) in liaison with the QC in charge and the production supervisor for return to the warehouse.
• Ensure safe work procedure is followed while operating manufacturing equipment.
• Remove materials not in use and/or waste generated during manufacturing and ensure a hazard free working area.
• Execute 5S on the assigned work area and be a champion for the same.
• Any other related duty as may be assigned from time to time.

Performance Details: OKR Areas- (state the period targets and weightage) — 80%

• 87% Performance Ratio (10%)
• 87% Availability Ratio (10%)
• 100% adherence to Machine maintenance schedules (10%)
• 99.8% Material yield (10%)
• 100% material reconciliation (10%)
• 95% score on 5s and cleanliness (10%)
• Zero customer complaints from products processed during shift (10%)
• 0.075kwh/l electricity consumption (10%)

Minimum Education, Experience and other desired attributes

• Certificate in Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics engineering or related discipline plus 5 years of experience operating and maintaining a similar equipment or Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics engineering or related discipline plus 3 years of experience operating and maintaining a similar equipment.
• Organizational and team work abilities
• Troubleshooting and root-cause analysis
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
• Problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of OSHA, lean manufacturing, machine monitoring, process control, and good manufacturing practices
• Innovative.

Competencies and Attributes (Soft Issues — 20%)

• Integrity (4%)
• Communication (4%)
• Team Fit (4%)
• Work Ethics (4%)
• Dependability (4%)

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