Machine Operator Job in Kenya

The range of Machine Operator roles varies between categories and technologies, but generally sits within the Filling and Packing, Material handling and Transfer, Mixing, Processing, Machining and Utility Job Families.

Machine Operator is responsible for the operation, maintenance, improvement and repair of equipment to support the delivery of operational KPIs (Productivity, Quality, Safety, Health and Environment, Cost, Delivery, Morale, Innovation and Sustainability (PQSCDMIS)).

Machine Operator should master the operation of a series of machines/processes in at least two areas of the factory in order to provide factory resilience. Supported by the core skills to work within an autonomous team the Machine Operator will diligently follow the established standards of production delivery and drive continuous improvement. Safety, quality and eco-efficiency are the hallmarks of a Machine Operator, which complement an enhanced ability to analyse, problem solve and coach others.

Machine Operator will have a basic understanding of key cost drivers in the factory operation and will grow this in line with her/his wider project management skills.

Job Purpose

Unilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. If you are selfdriven, agile and effective resource with an overriding ambition to ‘Make Everyday a Great Day for the business, workmates and most importantly, the consumer, then this role is just for you!

Responsibilities

Technical – Knowledge and application of technical skills to Operate, Maintain, Improve and Repair (OMIR) equipment. This allows production targets to be met safely, at the right level of quality and on time. Full Machine Operator status is dependent on a high level of mechanical competence as defined by the skills profile.

Understand the principles of mechanism and motion and be able to conduct changeovers, basic repairs and adjustments (eg Cams, slides, bearings, belts and pulleys). Utilise appropriate lubrication regimes.
Understanding of principles and application of pneumatics in the production area; able to conduct fault finding and basic repair.
Monitor and evaluate the condition of equipment, machinery and components through the use of instrumentation and other diagnostic techniques. Liaises with technicians to eliminate sources of contamination.

Safety – Utilise all appropriate safety and environmental procedures relating to the manufacturing unit and allocated equipment to ensure a safe working environment for the whole team. Understand the legal responsibility placed upon individuals.
Work Place Hazards – Full knowledge of the workplace and hazards within it. Utilise all appropriate safety and environmental procedures for people, processes, materials, products and equipment relevant to the task.
Environment – Reduce environmental impacts and costs associated with utilities, chemicals and product and operational wastes through maximizing eco-efficient operation.
Quality – Monitors quality against set standards and reports any product and packaging faults. Detects process abnormalities quickly and takes emergency action to prevent them.
Decision Making – Identifies repeated problems with production and repeated causes of breakdowns and suggests how to solve these. Actively contributes to mechanical and continuous improvements. Makes decisions to minimise production loss e.g mechanical improvements to reduce waste. Makes decisions to support effective team working eg arranging cover and managing training.
Continuous Improvement – Use performance measures to identify and prioritise losses in production area. Apply rigorous Cost Management and the Zero loss concept to eliminate losses.
Unilever Manufacturing Stanadrd, UMS – Knowledge and understanding of the key principles of UMS and the impact this has on the Key Performance Indicators in the production areas.
Problem Solving – Identifies, prioritises and addresses problems using appropriate tools and techniques that eliminate recurrence. Capable and confident of using Kaizen and other improvement tools.
Leadership – Promote the development of a highly effective and autonomous team through strong communication, leading by example and effective problem solving and conflict management. Maintains focus on goals and targets.
Coaching – Champion specific skills within the semi autonomous and autonomous team and coach them to others in order to drive excellence.
Business Awareness – Understanding of the need to meet changing demands and the role of marketing and product innovation in growing the business and increasing the company’s share.
Administration – Collaborate with colleagues to arrange shift and break cover, induct new employees and address performance shortfalls to ensure that team resources can meet operational requirements.

Qualifications

Experiences & Qualifications

Basic mechanical awareness of the principles for factory automation.
Core Engineering Skills – Background in Maintenance, Bench fitting and/or machining to operate at Machine Operator Level – minimum of 2 years experience required.
Experience of manufacturing in a Fast Moving Consumer Goods Company, FMCG.
Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude to progress onto the Unilever Technical Operator Curriculum (Entry, Developing and Full level).

Skills

Principles of Mechanisms and Motions
Principles of Maintennace
Problem solving skills
Digital awareness and skills
Interpersonal and communication skills.

Leadership

You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others – both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.
As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work. You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need. You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.
Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviors

PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results. Has an owner’s mindset, using data and insight to make decisions.
PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Actively builds own wellbeing and resilience.
CONSUMER LOVE: Whatever their role, always looks for better ways to serve consumers. Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.
PURPOSE & SERVICE: Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever.
AGILITY: Explores the world around them, continually learning and developing their skills.