Machine Operator

2026-05-22T18:02:42+00:00

Africa’s Gate Zambia

https://africasgate.co.zm/

FULL_TIME

Lusaka

Lusaka

10101

Zambia

Manufacturing

Manufacturing & Warehouse, Installation, Maintenance & Repair

ZMW

MONTH

2026-05-27T17:00:00+00:00

8

Background

Africa’s Gate Zambia is a fast-growing manufacturing and services company specializing in water production and food processing (tomato sauce and chilli sauce).

We are looking for a skilled, disciplined, and hardworking Machine Operator to join our production team and ensure efficient operation of our sachet and bottling production machines.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for operating, monitoring, adjusting, cleaning, and maintaining liquid packaging machines safely and efficiently to achieve production, quality, and hygiene standards while minimizing downtime and material losses.

Qualifications & Experience Required

Certificate/Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Production, or Food Processing
1–2 years experience operating sachet filling or packaging machines
Experience in FMCG or food/water production environment preferred
Basic understanding of machine maintenance and troubleshooting

Key Skills

Machine operation and monitoring
Attention to detail
Problem-solving skills
Ability to work under pressure
Good communication skills
Teamwork and discipline
Knowledge of hygiene and safety standards

Operate sachet water and liquid packaging machines efficiently and safely
Monitor machine performance during production
Adjust machine settings including temperature, sealing, filling volume, and speed
Ensure proper sealing, filling accuracy, and product quality
Perform routine machine inspections and basic troubleshooting
Report machine faults and breakdowns to the supervisor
Maintain cleanliness and hygiene around production equipment
Minimize material wastage and production downtime
Record production data, machine downtime, and quality checks
Follow all GMP, hygiene, and safety procedures
Assist during machine servicing and maintenance activities

Machine operation and monitoring
Attention to detail
Problem-solving skills
Ability to work under pressure
Good communication skills
Teamwork and discipline
Knowledge of hygiene and safety standards

Certificate/Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Production, or Food Processing
1–2 years experience operating sachet filling or packaging machines
Experience in FMCG or food/water production environment preferred
Basic understanding of machine maintenance and troubleshooting

professional certificate

12

JOB-6a109a4279c5a

Vacancy title:
Machine Operator

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Manufacturing, Category: Manufacturing & Warehouse, Installation, Maintenance & Repair]

Jobs at:
Africa’s Gate Zambia

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, May 27 2026

Duty Station:
Lusaka | Lusaka

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, May 22 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

Similar Jobs in Zambia
Learn more about Africa’s Gate Zambia
Africa’s Gate Zambia jobs in Zambia

JOB DETAILS:

Background

Africa’s Gate Zambia is a fast-growing manufacturing and services company specializing in water production and food processing (tomato sauce and chilli sauce).

We are looking for a skilled, disciplined, and hardworking Machine Operator to join our production team and ensure efficient operation of our sachet and bottling production machines.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for operating, monitoring, adjusting, cleaning, and maintaining liquid packaging machines safely and efficiently to achieve production, quality, and hygiene standards while minimizing downtime and material losses.

Qualifications & Experience Required

Certificate/Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Production, or Food Processing
1–2 years experience operating sachet filling or packaging machines
Experience in FMCG or food/water production environment preferred
Basic understanding of machine maintenance and troubleshooting

Key Skills

Machine operation and monitoring
Attention to detail
Problem-solving skills
Ability to work under pressure
Good communication skills
Teamwork and discipline
Knowledge of hygiene and safety standards

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: professional certificate

Job application procedure
Interested in applying for this job?Click here to submit your application now.

Send your CV and cover letter

Closing Date: 27th May, 2026

|

Address

Africas Gate Zambia Limited