Expires 2 weeks from now
MACHINE OPERATOR (PACKAGING)
Production, Machine Operation, Packaging
full-time
Sagamu,
Ogun State
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Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Machine Operator (Packaging) to operate and monitor automated and semi-automatic packaging machines within a food manufacturing environment. The role is responsible for ensuring efficient machine operation, accurate filling and sealing, product quality, minimal wastage, and compliance with GMP, food safety and workplace safety standards.
Job Details
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor margarine packaging machines, including sachet/pouch packing, tub filling and sealing, and 15 kg bag-in-box packing.
- Set machine parameters and ensure correct filling weight, sealing quality, coding, and packaging integrity.
- Perform machine start-up, shutdown, changeovers, and routine cleaning.
- Conduct in-process quality checks for net weight, leakage, seal integrity, coding, and packaging appearance.
- Monitor material consumption and minimize product wastage and packaging rejections.
- Identify abnormalities and report breakdowns to the maintenance team.
- Maintain production records, batch traceability, and shift handover reports.
- Follow GMP, food safety, personal hygiene, and workplace safety procedures.
Requirements
- 2–5 years of experience in FMCG, food processing or packaging.
- SSCE, OND or relevant Technical Certificate.
- Hands-on experience operating automated or semi-automatic packaging machines.
- Basic mechanical troubleshooting and machine-setting skills.
- Experience with sachet/pouch packing, tub filling and sealing, or bag-in-box packaging is an advantage.
- Good attention to detail and quality awareness.
- Ability to maintain production records and follow standard operating procedures.
- Good teamwork and communication skills.
- Knowledge of GMP, food safety, personal hygiene and workplace safety procedures.
