Responsibilities:
1. Ensuring that the machine starts on time and daily targets are met.
2. Ensuring that the line is maximally utilized; no idle time, unnecessary stoppages.
3. Supervising all operatives working on the line; ensuring that all line workers are gainfully utilized, with no social loafing or loitering.
4. Accounting for stocks used; ensuring that waste is reduced throughout the process and finished products are counted at the end of the shift.
5. Identifying problems on the line and quickly resolving them.
6. Conducting daily care and maintenance of the line to ensure it is always in good working condition.
7. Ensuring that machines are always kept clean and in a hygienic condition.
8. Conducting regular quality checks throughout the process; from quality at source to packaging of the finished product.
9. Ensuring that the finished product is correctly produced and packaged; weights, manufacture, and best before dates are accurate.
10. Minimizing waste throughout the entire process.
11. Completing daily production control templates; accounting for stocks used, waste, and finished products on the shop floor.

Key Skills
1. Ability to communicate with team members (orally and written).
2. Must be self-driven and a team player.
3. Good analytical and organizational skills.
4. Ability to multi-task with effective results.
5. Excellent problem-solving and time management skills.
6. Previous experience within the FMCG space, understanding Best Practices like 5S, 5 Why, Autonomous Maintenance, and Cost-saving for World Class Manufacturing will be an added advantage.

Qualifications:
1. Must be a Zambian citizen and holder of a Green National Registration Card.
2. Grade 12 Certificate with 5 ‘O’ levels, including English and Mathematics.
3. A qualification in mechanical fitting or power electrical will be an added advantage.
4. Sober character and mentally sound.