Introduction

Lwitikila Bottling Company Limited is a leading producer of quality bottled water in Mpika Muchinga Province, committed to providing safe and refreshing hydration to our customers. We are expanding our operations and seeking a dedicated and skilled Sachet Machine Operator to join our production team.

Job Title:  Water Sachet Machine Operator

Location: Mpika District, Muchinga Province

Job Description

The water Sachet Machine Operator will operate, monitor, and maintain sachet water production machines efficiently and safely to ensure the continuous and hygienic packaging of water in line with production targets and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate sachet water filling and sealing machines.
• Monitor machine performance, detect irregularities, and adjust settings to maintain optimal output.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of machines to ensure hygienic production.
• Load raw materials such as rolls of packaging film and ensure water supply is uninterrupted.
• Inspect finished sachets for defects such as leaks, poor seals, or incorrect volume.
• Carry-out repair and maintenance of sachet machines.
• Keep accurate records of production quantity, machine performance, and downtime.
• Ensure compliance with company hygiene, safety, and quality policies.
• Support other team members during production and assist in loading packed sachets for dispatch.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.

Requirements

• Minimum of Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Technical/vocational training in mechanical or production operations is an added advantage.
•  2–3 years of experience operating sachet water machines (e.g., automated or semi-automated sealing machines).
• Experience in repairing sachet machines.
• Strong understanding of sachet machines.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Commitment to cleanliness, safety, and quality standards
• Physically fit with the ability to stand for long periods.