What you will enjoy doing

• Ensure all ISBM machines are operating safely, efficiently, and reliably, according to recommended operating guidelines
• Ensure quality product is being produced at all times and process is optimized to the fullest extent
• Ensure all raw materials required are available and defect free before being put into machine
• Ensure proper functioning of machinery
• Assist the Production Manager / Process Technicians in implementing required training for Machine Operators
• Support Production activities
• Participate in Tool Design Reviews and recommend improvements to optimize moulding, setup, and overall manufacturing
• Analyse and improve existing processes using production data, design of experiments, Six Sigma and other methods to improve manufacturing processes for cost reduction, quality improvement to increase efficiencies
• Troubleshoot moulding and manufacturing processes and material issues. Work with internal and external resources to resolve moulding and manufacturing issues and implement long-term solutions
• Research, develop and implement manufacturing process controls, machinery modifications and improvements
• Ensure good housekeeping practices are consistently followed
• Ensure Health and Safety regulations are adhered to
• Responsible for reporting potential Food Safety hazards and comply with the food safety management system requirements

What makes you great

• Technical Qualification with min. 5 years plastics processing experience
• Toolmaking, Mechanical or Electric/Electronic systems
• Knowledge of and insight into operation of Injection stretch blow moulding machines and its auxiliary equipment
• Knowledge of and experience in processing Injection stretch blow moulding machines and its auxiliary equipment
• Knowledge of and experience in changeovers/set-up/maintaining of Injection stretch blow moulding machines and its and its auxiliary equipment
• Ability to lead people and to generate a positive team environment
• Excellent problem solving skills with attention to detail
• Proven ability to successfully train technical and other non-exempt personnel
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing
• Effective time management and task/project prioritization with minimal supervision
• Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule
• Ability to operate forklifts and crane
• Proficient with computer applications (e.g. Power Point, Excel, Access)
• High cleanliness standards for the machines and work area
• Excellent communication skills in local language and English