Tobacco Process Operator at JTI Tanzania

Involved in Tobacco process activities through machinery operation, ensuring the quality of produced product, maintaining good condition of machinery and housekeeping in accordance with standard established by the organization. The incumbent must have knowledge and skills to operate all Tobacco Processing work centers but must illustrate proficiency to operate Lamina Conditioning / casing and Stem conditioning work centers.

 What will you do - Responsibilities:

• To perform Tobacco processing activities through proper operation of machines in a group / work center for each blend and batch according to the provided SAP work order by following standard operating procedures and instructions given by superior.
• To ensure quality of the product of each batch processed in compliance with the standard specification set up by the organization. Close monitoring of process parameters settings and quality parameters status on online SCADA system and proactively taking preventive/corrective actions by himself or with guidance from Process Lead/Electronic Technician.
• To inspect and clean all tobacco process line before starting line operation, to clean the tobacco process line after dark fired blend before starting a light grade blend and implement thorough process line cleaning at the end of the production day as per machines cleaning work instructions and procedures.
• To enhance the safe working environment. Maintain safety at work and during operating the machine which includes having on proper safety gear for self and crew during cleaning process. Some of the safety gear include: - Wearing gloves when changing knife; Wearing Mask & goggles during cleaning; Using gloves during cleaning, safety shoes, uniform and ear plugs.
• To implement effective housekeeping in his/her working area throughout the production shift through proper shop floor cleaning and arrangement of working tools
• To effectively communicate with the Process Lead / other team members with regards to ensuring smooth process operation of downstream and upstream work centers. Must show good team spirit by assisting and supporting other team members in daily assignment whenever required

To actively participate and perform special tasks associated with organized improvement activities.

Who are we looking for - Requirements:

• Full Technician Certificate or its equivalent.
• Understanding of English and Swahili.
• 2 years’ experience of working in a Tobacco process environment. 
• Basic computer knowledge

Thank you very much for your interest in the role. You are welcome to apply.