Packing Machine Operator

Gulbahar-Tobacco-International-Fze; Dubai; On-site; AED 72,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulbahar-Tobacco-International-Fze is seeking Packing Machine Operators to set up, run, and maintain high- quality tobacco packaging equipment. You will ensure production lines run smoothly, adjust settings, feed materials, and perform routine tests and safety checks.

Qualified candidates bring 4–5 years in cigarette production with knowledge of specific packing machinery models and a mechanical engineering background. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires 4–5 years in cigarette production and machine operation.
• Functional knowledge of packing machine technology and models listed above.
• Education: Associate’s degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines to start a production cycle.
• Control and adjust machine settings (speed and functions).
• Feed raw material or parts to semi-automated machines.
• Perform testing to ensure optimal operation during production.
• Maintain and clean machines before and after each shift.
• Calibrate at shift start and end, and recalibrate as needed.
• Monitor machine performance to ensure quality output.
• Coordinate with QC to address quality issues.

Skills

Communication

Troubleshooting

Mechanical skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

FOCKE-350/550-KS-QS

GDX1

X2

X3

X6

HLP2-5

Job description

Job Role:

Packing Machine Operators set up, operate, and maintain machinery. They are responsible for ensuring the machine produces high-quality products. Runs smoothly and at capacity. Candidates with functional knowledge of Packing Machine technology (FOCKE-350/550-KS-QS/ GDX1, X2, X3, X6/HLP2-5) only can apply

Main Responsibilities:

• Setting up machines to start a production cycle
• Controlling and adjusting machine settings (e.g., Speed, other Functions & work)
• Feeding raw material or parts to semi-automated machines
• Perform testing procedures to ensure that machines work optimally during the production procedures.
• Maintain and clean machines before and after each shift.
• Feed information akin to speed, shapes and sizes through the machine setup box.
• Calibrate machines at the beginning of each shift.
• Recalibrate machines at the end of each shift.
• Monitor machines during every procedure to ensure optimum running.
• Inform the maintenance team to troubleshoot problems during machine operation.
• Perform safety checks on every machine.
• Ensure that machines are producing quality products by managing periodic checks on output.
• Ensure stocks of needed materials are ready and available at all times so as to avoid shortages during production.
• Load and place the prepared commodities in appropriate depot locations.
• Maintaining a report of the total measure of goods manufactured per day.
• Coordinate with the QC team for any kind of quality issues and fulfill the quality chart given to the machine with honesty.
• Perform other tasks and accountabilities as assigned by the line manager.

People Management:

• Technical/Operative Improvement and satisfaction in the production
• Be supportive with another Technician/Operator and keep in communication with them.
• Prepare the daily activities report to share with the Line Manager

Compliance and Risk Management::

• Be proactive at all times while on shift and make sure no hazards in the Production line.
• Ensure that all machines are set up and functioning properly.
• Able to plan, organize, and deliver results in time to meet deadlines.
• Make sure to follow the health and safety guidelines.

Profile:

Skillset:

• Effective communication and taking instructions.
• Quick troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent mechanical skills, including comfort with using tools to make simple repairs.
• Keen attention to detail to identify maintenance, product, or operations issues.
• Ability to stand, sit, or be in other physically demanding positions for long periods of time.

Experience:

• 4- 5 years of minimum experience in the Same field of Cigarette Production & Machine Operator.
• Functional knowledge and use of Machine Operating (FOCKE-350/550-KS-QS/ GDX1, X2,X3, X6 /HLP2-5)
• Education
• Associate’s degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering is preferred.