Job Detail

Label Machine Operator

Company: MAISHA BOTTLERS & BEVERAGES LTD
Apply Before: Aug 15, 2025

Job Detail

  • Location:
    Zanzibar and Pemba, Tanzania
  • Company:
  • Type:
    Full Time / Permanent
  • Career Level:
    Mid-Career Professional
  • Positions:
    1
  • Experience:
    1 - 3 Years
  • Education:
    Advance Diploma
  • Profession:
    Production
  • Industry:
    Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG)
  • Remuneration (Net):
    TZS
  • Date Posted:
    Jun 17, 2025

Job Description

  • Operate and maintain the shrink-wrap machine safely, following all standard operating procedures and safety guidelines
  • Perform machine startups and shutdowns according to established protocols: conduct pre‑operation inspections, power on and off in sequence, adjust settings (temperature, speed, tension), allow temperature to drop below ~60 °C before switching off, and clean equipment afterward .
  • Monitor machine performance during operation, watching for unusual noises, alarms, overheating, or static film issues; troubleshoot promptly using manufacturer guidelines to minimize downtime, and log any incidents and corrective actions .
  • Inspect labeling or film-wrapped products regularly for misalignment, wrinkles, seal gaps, film tears, “angel hair,” fish-eyes, or other defects; remove and reprocess noncompliant items.
  • Perform routine maintenance tasks, including cleaning conveyors, rollers, heat tunnels, and sealing elements; lubricate moving parts; inspect sensors, electrical wiring, guards, and belts; and report major malfunctions or parts needing replacement. Always lock out power and allow components to cool before reaching inside .
  • Maintain a clean, organized, hazard-free work area: keep walkways clear, use non‑slip mats where needed, ensure adequate lighting, and control static buildup by grounding machines .
  • Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times—such as gloves, safety glasses, protective clothing, safety footwear, bump hats or hard hats—and routinely inspect PPE for damage
  • Ensure safety guards, interlocks, emergency stops, and signage are functional and accessible; do not bypass safety devices
  • Follow lockout/tagout procedures during maintenance or cleaning, and confirm electrical circuits are de‑energized and fuses intact before servicing .
  • Manage environmental safety by avoiding operation in high humidity or flammable atmospheres, ensuring proper ventilation, and keeping approved fire extinguishers nearby .

 

Company Overview

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

MeTL Group subsidiary Maisha Bottlers & Beverages Limited (MBBL), the group’s 3rd largest factory, is Tanzania’s leading producer of drinking water and flavoured drinks. The factory also produces a wide range of plastic containers and packing mat... Read More

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