Manufacturing

Technical Operator (2) -compression Molding & Pet Blower

Highlands Drinks Limited·Nyeri, kenya·Full Time·Onsite
ManufacturingFull TimeOnsite
-Closes Nov 6, 2026

Key Responsibilities

  • 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 to 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.
  • Ensure safe work procedure is followed while operating manufacturing equipment.
  • Execute 5S on the assigned work area and be a champion for the same.

Education and Experience Level

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

Key skills

Diploma

At a glance

Company

Highlands Drinks Limited

Location

Nyeri, kenya

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

November 6, 2026

Created

October 27, 2026