Background

Our client, a distinguished leader within Zambia’s food manufacturing industry, is seeking talented professionals to join their high-performing team in an environment defined by operational excellence, innovation, and unwavering compliance with national standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform machining jobs and fabrication tasks as required for production and maintenance.
• Operate and monitor production machines to ensure optimal performance.
• Carry out routine and preventive maintenance of workshop equipment and production machinery.
• Spearhead housekeeping activities to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Participate actively in HSE programs, audits, and compliance activities.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
• Ensure machines are calibrated and adjusted according to product specifications.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair activities.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to meet operational targets.
• Comply with all HSE requirements and promote a culture of safety.

Qualifications & Skills

• Craft Certificate in Machining, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in a similar role within FMCG or manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, milling machine, and drilling machine operations.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with safety and compliance standards in manufacturing.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong work ethic.
• Adaptability and flexibility.

• Perform machining jobs and fabrication tasks as required for production and maintenance.
• Operate and monitor production machines to ensure optimal performance.
• Carry out routine and preventive maintenance of workshop equipment and production machinery.
• Spearhead housekeeping activities to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Participate actively in HSE programs, audits, and compliance activities.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
• Ensure machines are calibrated and adjusted according to product specifications.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair activities.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to meet operational targets.
• Comply with all HSE requirements and promote a culture of safety.

• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, milling machine, and drilling machine operations.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with safety and compliance standards in manufacturing.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong work ethic.
• Adaptability and flexibility.

• Craft Certificate in Machining, or related field.