The Labelling & Vario-Pack Machine Operator \/ Technician is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining the labelling and packing equipment within the beverages production line. The role ensures accurate label application and efficient shrink packaging while maintaining high production efficiency and minimizing process wastage. The incumbent will support machine troubleshooting, preventive maintenance activities, and ensure accurate documentation of machine performance and material utilization.<\/p>\n
Key Responsibilities<\/p>\n
\tMachine Operations
\n\tOperate and monitor Krones and Sacmi labelling machines and Vario-Pack packaging machines to ensure smooth production processes.
\n\tEnsure correct label application, bottle alignment, and shrink packaging quality in line with production standards.
\n\tSet up and adjust labelling recipes for new bottle formats to ensure accurate label placement and packaging quality.
\n\tMonitor machine performance and respond promptly to operational issues to maintain continuous production flow.
\n\tMachine Maintenance & Troubleshooting
\n\tPlan and execute preventive and autonomous maintenance activities for labelling and packaging equipment.
\n\tTroubleshoot basic electrical, mechanical, and operational faults in the labelling and packaging machines.
\n\tWork closely with the engineering team to escalate and resolve complex machine breakdowns.
\n\tProduction Efficiency & Waste Control
\n\tEnsure machine operations support production efficiency above 85% while maintaining process wastage below 1%.
\n\tIdentify operational inefficiencies and recommend improvements to reduce machine downtime and packaging defects.
\n\tSupport continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving machine performance and reliability.
\n\tDocumentation & Reporting
\n\tMaintain accurate machine logbooks, including operational data, maintenance activities, and production performance.
\n\tRecord and track machine downtime incidents, including root causes and corrective actions.
\n\tDevelop action plans based on downtime history to improve machine reliability and efficiency.
\n\tMaterial Management & Reconciliation
\n\tEnsure accurate reconciliation of labels, shrink film, and other packaging materials used during production.
\n\tMonitor material consumption and report variances to the Production Supervisor.
\n\tEnsure proper waste segregation and accounting in line with operational procedures.
\n\tSpare Parts & Inventory Support
\n\tMaintain a good understanding of machine spare parts requirements, particularly for labelling equipment.
\n\tMonitor availability of critical spares and follow up with engineering or stores to ensure adequate inventory levels.
\n\tSupport proper documentation and tracking of spare parts consumption.<\/p>\n
Qualifications & Experience<\/p>\n
\tITI Certificate or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field.
\n\tMinimum 7\u20138 years of experience operating Krones and Sacmi bottling line equipment.
\n\tHands-on experience with labelling machines and Vario-Pack packaging machines.
\n\tPractical knowledge of machine troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and packaging processes.<\/p>\n
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