Trade Kings Limited is a leading manufacturer of quality detergent soaps, household products, dairy products and confectionery. Its Head Office is located in the Lusaka’s Light Industrial Area along Nampundwe Road, Off Mumbwa Road. In its quest to maintain quality service delivery, the company seeks to recruit qualified highly motivated and goal-oriented professionals to fill the following positions.

1. Supervisor Electrical (1 position)

Job Overview

Lead the electrical maintenance team, ensuring safe and efficient operation of all electrical systems.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate electrical maintenance tasks.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues.
• Maintain records of electrical maintenance.

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skills

• Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in electrical maintenance.
• Strong technical and leadership skills.

2. Boiler Shift Supervisors  (2 positions)

Responsible for overseeing the safe and efficient operation of boiler systems during assigned shifts.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Operation, recovery, efficiency calculation, maintenance in Shift.
• Maintaining the records of the down time and RCA.
• Preventive and annual maintenance planning and ensuring all activities are carried out on time.
• Planning the inventory and communicating to the required department and ensuring the required material is received in time.
• Responsible for the 5 S, Top5, Top15 and Top 60 targets.
• Responsible for the Reliability, RCA and OE loss analysis.

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skills

• Degree in Mechanical / Diploma/ Boiler specialist
• Experience of 4 to 5 years in Similar plant
• Through knowledge of operation and maintenance of all boiler equipment, RO, compressor and colling tower
• Sound communication skills and should be able to lead the team

3. Boiler Operators (12 positions)

Job Overview 

Operate and maintain boiler systems, ensuring they function safely and efficiently.

 Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor and control boiler operations.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Maintain operational records.

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skills

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in boiler operation.
• Knowledge of safety standards.

4. Supervisors Packing (3 positions)

Job Overview 

Supervise packing operations to ensure efficient and accurate packaging of products.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee packing processes.
• Ensure products meet quality and packaging standards.
• Train and supervise packing staff.
• Maintain packing equipment and records.

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skills

• Degree in Production Management or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in packing or production.
• Strong leadership skills.

5. Capper Operators  (6 positions)

Job Overview 

Operate capping machines to ensure products are securely sealed.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up and operate capping machines.
• Monitor the capping process for efficiency.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Ensure quality control of capped products.

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skills

• Technical diploma in mechanical operations.
• Experience in operating capping machines.
• Attention to detail.

6. Sleever Operators  (6 positions)

Job Overview 

Operate sleeving machines to label products efficiently.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up and operate sleeving equipment.
• Monitor the labeling process.
• Adjust machines for different product sizes.
• Perform maintenance and troubleshooting on machines.

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skill

• Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with sleeving equipment.
• Technical and problem-solving skills.

7. Filler Machine Operators  (6 positions)

Job Overview

Operate filling machines to ensure accurate filling of products into containers.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up and monitor filling machines.
• Adjust machine settings for different product types.
• Perform routine checks to ensure fill levels are consistent.
• Clean and maintain filling equipment.

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skill

• Technical diploma in mechanical operations.
• Experience in operating filling machines.
• Attention to detail.

8. Bottle Checkers (10 positions)

Job Overview

Inspect bottles for quality and ensure they meet production standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Check bottles for defects or damage.
• Ensure bottles meet size and shape specifications.
• Report any quality issues to supervisors.
• Maintain records of inspections.

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skill

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in quality control.
• Attention to detail.

9. General Workers (50 positions)

Job Overview

Perform a variety of general tasks to support the operations of the facility.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with material handling and storage.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks.
• Support production activities as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness in work areas.

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skill

• Grade 12 Certificate
• Experience in general labor.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks.

10. Line Maintenance Supervisor (3 positions)

Job Overview

Oversee the maintenance team, ensuring all equipment and systems are functioning properly.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement maintenance schedules.
• Supervise maintenance staff.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues.

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skill

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in maintenance supervision.
• Strong leadership skills

11. Welders (5 positions)

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Read, interpret and comply with welding plans and technical specifications
• Weld and adjust the different metal structures
• Ensure the safety of work equipment and materials
• Ensure safety by wearing protective equipment (Gloves, Glasses, Safety Shoes etc.)

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skills

• Diploma/Certificate Welding or Metal Fabrication.
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a busy workshop
• Proficiency in welding techniques and familiarity with various metal  tools.
• Knowledge of different welding procedures.
• Competence in reading technical drawings.

12. Machinist (2 position)

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Performing machining jobs in line with HSE requirements
• Carrying out workshop equipment maintenance
• Spearheading housekeeping
• Participating in HSE activities

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skills

• Craft certificate in Machining
• 3 years minimum experience in Machine shop management
• Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Good technical drawing, lathe operation skills
• Good milling machine operation and drilling machine operation skills
• Good ability to make own tools

13. Fitters (6 positions)

Job Overview

Responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical equipment and machinery in the manufacturing facility.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the any repair and Maintenance in the shift
• Up-keeping of the standby equipment.
• Preventive and annual maintenance planning and ensuring all activities are carried out on time.
• Responsible for the 5 S, Top5, Top15 and Top 60 targets.

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skills

• Mechanical Diploma or  relevant qualification.
• Minimum of 3 to 4 years’ experience in the Food or related Industries
• Through knowledge of maintenance and hands on experience of repair of each equipment’s, pumps, blowers, compressor, Gearbox, Mechanical etc.
• Knowledge of Human safety and Equipment safety

14. CCTV Operators  (2 positions)

Job Overview

Monitor and operate CCTV equipment including cameras, radios and ancillary equipment making appropriate pro-active and reactive responses.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor and track vehicles in real-time using CCTV and other technologies.
• Provide situational awareness of all fleets to Trade Kings group of Directors and other stakeholders.
• Operate vehicle tracking software and equipment.
• Communicate with police and other emergency services to provide vehicle location and movement information if any query.
• Maintain accurate records and logs of vehicle tracking activities.
• Provide regular updates of both fleets in transit and parked out of the Depot

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skills

• Diploma or Certificate in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in IT support, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of computer hardware, software, and networking fundamentals.
• Physical ability to climb ladders and install equipment as needed.

15. Chiller/Air-condition Technician (1 position)

Job Overview

Responsible for the maintenance, repair, and installation of industrial and commercial air conditioning and refrigeration systems, including chillers and cooling towers.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Daily Monitoring All Chiller condition.
• Install, maintain & repair chillers & all other refrigeration system.
• Trouble shoot & repair mechanical/electrical issues.
• Inspect & test components to ensure ,working properly.
• Conduct regular maintenance( Preventive/Periodic) to minimize down time.
• Implementing safety protocols
• To minimize breakdown
• Diagnose & resolve issues with refrigerant level & other components pumps.
• Find out Root cause for breakdowns/failure and troubleshooting of  machine
• Ensuring that equipment and machinery are in good working condition.
• Report Machine breakdown to the maintenance and Production department.
• Upholding safety and quality standards.
• Ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 : 2015 standards.

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skills

• A Certificate/Diploma in refigeration technology.
• Direct work in same field independently & minimum 3 years of experience
• Member of the Engineering Institute of Zambia.
• Knowledge to troubleshoot issues that occur with the machinery and equipment
• Good physical health
• Punctuality and efficiency
• Knowledge of refrigeration system & components.
• Proficient is mechanical/electrical/electronics.