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Skilled Trades · Full-time

Recruitment agency · Bridge Talent Group

Shift-In-Charge/ Machine Operator

Employer not disclosed by agency

NairobiEntry level · Not statedDeadline not stated by agencyChecked 13 Nov 2026
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About this role

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Role overview

A manufacturing company in Nairobi is looking for a Shift In-Charge/Machine Operator to manage the operation of CPP Cast Film and Stretch Film extrusion lines during production shifts. This role suits someone with a technical background, interest in machinery, and problem-solving skills, including recent graduates in relevant engineering fields.

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What you will do

  • Operate CPP Cast Film and Stretch Film extrusion lines, including start-up, changeovers, production, and shutdown.
  • Monitor machine parameters such as temperature, pressure, speed, dosing, cooling, and winding.
  • Ensure production meets schedules, specifications, and approved formulations.
  • Monitor production output, machine efficiency, waste, and downtime.
  • Perform basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and escalate complex issues to maintenance.
  • Supervise operators, assistants, and helpers during shifts and allocate duties.
  • Maintain accurate production and shift records and conduct clear shift handovers.

Requirements

  • Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing, Industrial, Polymer/Plastics, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, or related technical discipline.
  • Strong technical aptitude and interest in industrial machinery.
  • Logical and analytical problem-solving skills.
  • Willingness to learn and work hands-on in manufacturing.
  • Ability to follow technical instructions and procedures.
  • Good observation, fault-identification, reporting, and record-keeping skills.
  • Communication, teamwork, leadership, and team supervision abilities.
  • Reliable, responsible, trustworthy, and professional.
  • Ability to work shifts including nights where required.
  • Previous experience is not mandatory but exposure to plastic extrusion, industrial machinery, PLC-controlled equipment, motors and drives, or industrial maintenance is an advantage.
  • Industrial attachment, internship, or academic project experience involving machinery, manufacturing, automation, or maintenance is preferred.

How to apply

Apply through the employer's official contact with your application. The employer has not published a closing date.

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