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Machine Operator

Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya · On-site · Full-time

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Summary:

Operates and maintains coffee processing machines and equipment. Reports to Plant Supervisor.

Roles and Responsibilities

Perform pre-operation checks, autonomous maintenance, and set up machinery and materials for processing
Control and adjust the functions and settings of machines to follow processing instructions/PI.
Coordinate with the production clerks to ensure the product as instructed in the PI is moved to machines on time and weighed before and after intake into machines
Ensure the correct product is fed to semi-automated machines and processed to instructions to avoid mixing and contamination.
Maintain processing/activity logs on provided template during shift.
Supervise coffee movement activities to and from machines during processing and ensure the movements are in accordance with the PI.
Ensure product accuracy in relation to weight, outturn, grade, etc. for products fed into machines and processed products from machines
Effectively monitor production equipment and test the operation of machines periodically.
Follow established plant operating procedures and safety rules and regulations in the workplace.
Perform any other task as assigned by warehouse management from time to time
Service and maintain the processing plant as scheduled by the plant supervisor

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Knowledge and Skills

Education and Experience

A minimum of Diploma in mechanical, electrical, or production engineering
At least 2 years’ experience in the operation of production machines
Experience in the coffee industry and Buhler machines will be an added advantage
Proficiency in computer applications and report writing

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