Packaging Process OperatorNew!

Description (Public)

Nile Breweries is recruiting a Packaging Process Operator to safely operate and maintain packaging plant and related processes to achieve optimal effectiveness in line with VPO standards.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Operate packaging plant equipment and processes according to VPO standards.
Optimise plant and process performance where appropriate.
Perform housekeeping tasks, applying 5S principles and following safe work practices.
Identify and correct unsafe work practices.
Support the creation of standard work procedures, quick fix routines and problem solving guides.
Carry out the required quality checks and analyses and record results on the appropriate information system.
Apply problem-solving techniques such as 5 WHY and quick fix routines when quality problems arise.
Escalate unresolved problems to the Line Manager.
Participate in team meetings and PI reviews.
Use the shift logbook and other communication media to stay informed and inform others.
Complete a full handover to incoming shift team members covering plant performance and quality issues.
Complete autonomous operations and problem-solving activities.

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Qualifications & Experience:

Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Experience within the FMCG industry is an added advantage.
Understanding of VPO principles.

Skills & Competencies:

Safe operation of packaging machinery.
Quality inspection and problem solving using 5 WHY and quick fix routines.
5S housekeeping and workplace safety discipline.
Clear shift handover communication and teamwork.

How to Apply

About Nile Breweries Limited

Nile Breweries Limited (NBL) was established in 1951 and is Uganda's No. 1 producer of locally manufactured beer. NBL is proudly part of AB InBev — the world's largest brewer, present in over 150 countries — following the business combination with SABMiller in 2016. NBL operates two breweries: the heritage Jinja Plant (capacity 2.0 million hectoliters) and the Mbarara Plant commissioned in 2013 (capacity 1.3 million hectoliters), giving a combined annual capacity of 3.0 million hectoliters. The company also operates Uganda's only Malting Plant in Jinja, supporting over 10,000 local barley farmers. NBL produces iconic Ugandan brands including Nile Special, Club Pilsner, Eagle Lager, Eagle Extra, Eagle Dark, Castle Lite, and Nile Special Stout. Headquartered at Port Bell Road, Luziira, Kampala, NBL employs approximately 646 colleagues across Uganda.