Job Title: Recycling Machine Operator
Organisation: Aldelia Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Production Supervisor
About the Company:
Aldelia is a global leading human resources company founded in 2005 and specialised in recruitment, outsourcing and payroll management services to blue-chip multinationals and fast-growing SMEs. The group operates in more than 30 countries across all industries and disciplines on four continents. Our mission is to create a better future for people by delivering compliant, world-class and innovative HR solutions to the companies and communities we serve.
Job Summary: The Recycling Machine Operator is responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting recycling machinery to process recyclable plastic materials. The operator will ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality recycling operations while adhering to company standards and safety protocols.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Set up, operate, and monitor recycling equipment, including shredders, and extrusion machines.
- Able to identify material types, Inspect and verify the quality of recycled materials throughout the process to meet company and industry standards.
- Adhere to safety protocols, conduct pre-operation checks, and ensure that the machinery and work area are safe and clean.
- Perform routine maintenance tasks, troubleshoot equipment issues, and coordinate repairs to minimize downtime.
- Sort, load, and feed recyclable materials into machinery while ensuring correct material types and quantities are processed.
- Maintain accurate production logs, record material usage, and submit daily reports on production metrics.
- Assist in identifying opportunities for improving operational efficiency, reducing waste, and optimizing production output.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent; vocational or technical training in machinery operation preferred
- Bachelor of Science, High Diploma in Engineering, Ordinary Diploma in Engineering, and Degree in related field will be an added advantage.
Experience:
- 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing or recycling environment, preferably with plastic recycling equipment.
Technical Skills:
- Familiarity with recycling machinery and plastic material types; ability to troubleshoot and perform basic maintenance.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, bend, and lift heavy materials as needed; good hand-eye coordination and ease to work with hands.
Key Skills:
- Technical/ Mechanical skills
- People coordination skills
- Organization
- Team working skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Problem solving skills
- IT/ Computer and numerical skills
- Strong Verbal Communication skills
How to Apply:
All candidates should send their applications online at the link below.
Deadline: 6th November 2024
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