Statpack Industries Senior Pouching Machine Operator Job

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 experience working in a similar manufacturing company as a senior operator.

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/Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate the 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 necessary adjustments during production ASAP to minimize waste of raw materials and time. 
• Ensure the machine is operating safely 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 an acceptable quality pouch is produced
• Maintain housekeeping standards of pouch machines and the surrounding area
• Provide communication daily with management, maintenance, shift in charge personnel.
• Ensure that during the change of shift a through handover has been done i.e. proper communication has taken place so that each member is aware of the shift’s tasks and all equipment/materials needed to carry out the job is available.
• Ensure the 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

How To Apply

Send your C.V to; careers@statpack.co.ke not later than 15^th March 2024