Production Machine Operator

About this role

The employer is seeking a Production Machine Operator to oversee production functions. The role involves operating, monitoring, and maintaining production machinery to support efficient and safe manufacturing processes. The position requires setting up machines, checking output, performing routine quality checks, and reporting faults, while adhering to safety and environmental procedures. Candidates should be able to meet daily production targets and work with supervisors, maintenance staff, and quality control teams. The job is based in Port Harcourt, Rivers, and is full-time.

What you would do

• Operate production machinery according to procedures and schedules
• Set up, adjust and calibrate machines to production specifications
• Monitor machine performance and ensure continuous operations
• Inspect raw materials and finished products for quality
• Conduct routine machine cleaning and basic preventive maintenance
• Identify, troubleshoot and report faults or abnormalities
• Maintain production records including output, downtime and material usage
• Follow health, safety and environmental procedures
• Handle and store materials properly
• Work with supervisors, maintenance technicians and quality control personnel to meet targets

What they are asking for

• OND, technical certificate or relevant vocational qualification
• Previous experience operating production or industrial machinery is an advantage
• Basic understanding of machine operation, production processes and equipment safety
• Ability to identify machine faults and report technical issues promptly
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Basic record-keeping and communication skills
• Physical fitness for production duties
• Willingness to work shifts, overtime or weekends when required

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