Packer Operator

JT International (Philippines), Inc.; Malvar; On-site; PHP 223,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

JT International (Philippines), Inc. is seeking a Packer Operator to operate and monitor production and packaging machinery, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency.

The role covers machine setup, material handling, routine cleaning, basic maintenance, and troubleshooting to minimize downtime and waste. The candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree in engineering related fields; fresh graduates are welcome and at least 1 year of relevant experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any Engineering discipline or Engineering Technology-related course.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience in manufacturing or production operations is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in basic mathematical computations, computer applications, and data analysis.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, interpret operational data, and support effective decision-making.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English, including the ability to prepare basic operational reports.
• Amenable to work onsite and on shifting schedule.

Responsibilities

• Performing basic machine operation to enable timely production and packaging according to JTI quality standards at the lowest possible cost.
• Using the right materials per product specifications and checking materials at the beginning of each shift and for brand changes, as well as changing products on the machine/line.
• Filling the machine with materials.
• Reporting wastes, machine downtimes, breakdowns, and material usage.
• Learning and performing Clean-Inspect-Lubricate activities on machines.
• Checking centerlines in the first hour of shift and reporting any out-of-limits conditions.
• Learning PM and AM standards and executing under supervision.
• Learning to use analytical tools to identify root causes and executing under supervision.
• Compliance with EHS procedures, labour law, corporate guidance, internal regulations and work instructions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Data analysis

Mathematics

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology

Job description

About the role

The Packer Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring production and packaging machinery while ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency standards. The role includes machine setup, material handling, routine cleaning, basic maintenance, and troubleshooting to minimize downtime and production waste.

Key responsibilities

• Performing basic machine operation, enabling timely production of product as well as the packaging of products according to JTI quality standards requirements at the lowest possible cost

• Using the right materials as per the product specifications and checking the materials at the beginning of each shift and for brand change purposes, as well as changing of product at the machine/line

• Filling of the machine with materials

• Correct reporting of wastes, machine downtimes, breakdowns and material usage if applicable

• Learn performing Clean-Inspect-Lubricate activities on machine in line with defined standard

• Checking centerlines in first hour of shift, reporting any out of limits, identifying out of limit root causes and acting on restoring centerlines back to the limit

• Learning PM and AM standards and executing under supervision

• Learning to use analytical tools to identify root causes and executing under supervision

• Compliance with EHS procedures, labour law, corporate guidance, internal regulations and work performance instructions

About you

• Bachelor's degree in any Engineering discipline or Engineering Technology-related course

• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply

• At least 1 year of relevant experience in manufacturing or production operations is an advantage

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills

• Proficiency in basic mathematical computations, computer applications, and data analysis

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, interpret operational data, and support effective decision-making

• Good written and verbal communication skills in English, including the ability to prepare basic operational reports

• Amenable to work onsite and on shifting schedule.