Technician (x2) BAT

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To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey!

SENIORITY LEVEL: Non-management

FUNCTION: Operations

SALARY RANGE: Competitive salary + excellent benefits + market leading bonus

LOCATION: Lusaka

REPORTS TO: Production Team Leader

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

To proficiently operate at least one of the following technologies in SMD; a Protos Cigarette Maker or a GD Cigarette Packer or a KDF Filter Maker and be able to operate at least one other technology as a reliever (e.g., The maker operator should be able to relive the packing operator during meal breaks). He/she should also carry out full range machine production settings & carry out preventive maintenance on the same as outlined in the live process manual document to consistently achieve set quality parameters.

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

Professional Responsibilities

• Run and fix the machine (KDF, Protos/GD X500/C600) and to be scheduled in shifts as well as actively participating in Pitstops and maintenance.
• Proficiently operate a Protos Cigarette Maker or a GD Cigarette Packer or a KDF Filter Maker efficiently to achieve agreed production targets while giving the updates on the machine performance and tasks.
• Carry out full range CIL’s, CL’s and DH on at least one of the technologies; making, packing or filter making and also, carry out-preventive maintenance & breakdown maintenance on the same as outlined per process manual.
• Propose and implement new CIL and CL standards
• Continuously monitor product quality and record the data on quality checklists and take corrective measures as and when necessary.
• Report machine running faults and corrective measures taken on machine cards on hourly basis and recommend preventive maintenance, when necessary, by filling in maintenance request forms.
• Check all machine detectors and interlocks by simulation to ensure their proper functioning.
• Monitor and control waste from the machines by making proper machine settings to minimise waste and recovering good quality cigarettes from waste packets.
• Maintain the work environment in a clean and safe state through proper housekeeping and 5S
• Confirm production plan balances at the beginning of the shift and co-ordinate with colleagues/team mates to ensure efficient brand changing and schedule attainment.
• Participate in machine overhauls, relocation and installation of new ones when required as part of development & training process.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Actively participate in all IWS activities and initiatives in order to contribute to the team success by ensuring implementation of actions arising from the meeting.
• Own at least two equipment
• Sets an example of personal excellence by consistently demonstrating behaviours aligned to our Guiding Principles by supporting teamwork and proactively seeking opportunities to develop self and others.
• Consistently demand discipline of self and others to raise standards and deliver stretch results.
• Actively participate in Gap analysis and troubleshooting by using problem solving and improvement tools.
• Step in to support other operators and Trainees to ensure timely and effective resolution of operational challenges.

Team Responsibilities

• Coordinate with other Team members and Technical Executives to ensure smooth start-ups, services restarting after power interruptions and concise hand over between shifts
• Coordinate with other Team members, IWS team leaders, QA inspectors & Shift leads to ensure delivery of quality products on time in full
• Live IWS principles of LEARN, DO, TEACH to develop others
• Encourage idea generation amongst the team by proactively sharing information/learnings and build positively on same.
• Act as a role model for others to gain respect through own behaviour and action.
• Interact and communicate objectively and professionally with customer representatives and other service providers to sustain a relationship of mutual benefit

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• The Job Holder must have at least an Ordinary National Diploma in Engineering
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in a factory setting in a similar position in a manufacturing environment.
• Operator with demonstrated Preventive Maintenance skills. In addition, he/she should be able to carry-out gap analysis, troubleshooting and diagnostics on these technologies.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills are necessary to effectively work in a team and communicate with the team members, managers and other stakeholders from other sections/departments.
• Able to work in the IWS environment
• Able to make the decision to stop the machine in case of excessive waste generation, poor quality, and imminent breakdown, and when it is unsafe to run.
• Ability to carry out a brand change when the schedule requirement for the running brand is met.
• Knowledge and ability to reject materials that do not conform to specifications and/or quality parameters

WE ARE BAT

At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT.

• Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
• Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
• Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
• Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!

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