Machine Operator
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Career Options Africa Group is recruiting a Machine Operator for its sister company J&I Consult in Nairobi. The role involves setting up, operating, and troubleshooting food packaging machinery for roasted cereals, performing quality checks, keeping production records, and supporting team targets. A craft certificate in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and at least one year of relevant experience are required, with applications sent by 20th August 2026.
- Machine Operator role focused on food packaging machinery for roasted cereals
- Requires craft certificate in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
- At least 1 year experience, preferably in food packaging
- Full-time, onsite position based in Nairobi
- Competitive salary offered to the successful candidate
- Apply by email with CV only, deadline 20th August 2026
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Career Options Limited is a leading recruitment-consulting firm based in Nairobi Kenya and offering specialized services to effectively manage the entire recruitment process for companies based in Africa and Middle East. We cover various business verticals like Oil and Gas, Power, Green Energy, Engineering, Retail, FMCG, Information Technology, Banking an...
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Machine Operator
Job Type
Full Time
,
Onsite
Qualification
Diploma
Experience
1 year
Location
Nairobi
Job Field
Engineering / Technical
THE POSITION
We seek to fill the position of Machine Operator for our sister company J&I Consult with a suitably qualified and competent individual with operating and troubleshooting food packaging machinery experience. The Machine Operator will play a crucial role in maintaining the highest quality standards by ensuring that every product package meets high standards for taste, freshness, and presentation.
MAIN DUTIES AND
as a machine operator, preferably in a food packaging company dealing in roasted cereals such as peanuts, beans,potato crisps etc.
THE RIGHT PERSONFOR THE JOB
The right person shouldhave the followingskills and competencies:
Basic mechanical aptitudeand problem-solving skills.
Attention to detailand commitment to maintaining product quality.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.
Strong communication skills and abilityto work as part of a team.
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices is a plus.
WHAT WE ARE OFFERING THE RIGHT PERSON
We are offering a competitive salary to the successful candidate
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Method of Application
Send CV only to
recruitment@careeroptionsafricagroup.com
by
20th August 2026
subject headingas
Machine Operator
. However,applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualified candidates called for interview as soon as their CVs are received.
Candidates who do not hear from us by this date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
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Responsibilities
- Set up and operate packaging machinery for roasted cereals with precision and efficiency.
- Monitor machinery during operation, making necessary adjustments to ensure smooth production.
- Perform quality checkson packaging materials and finished productsto maintain high standards.
- Keep accurate records of production data, machine maintenance, and any incidents.
- Troubleshoot and address minor mechanical issuesto minimize downtimeand disruptions.
- Collaborate with team members to achieve production targets and meet deadlines.
- Adhere to safety protocols and maintaina clean and organized work area.
- QUALIFICATIONS
- The job holder should have the following qualifications:
- At least a craft certificate in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
- At least 1year work
