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Fire Contractor

Operators

Lusaka

Full-Time

Senior Level

Posted 13 days ago

Operators Jobs in Lusaka – Join Fire Contractor’s Plastic Packaging Team

Fire Contractor invites experienced and motivated professionals to apply for operators jobs in Lusaka, Zambia, within our plastic packaging manufacturing operations. We seek skilled individuals with proven technical expertise and a commitment to excellence to strengthen our production team. These full-time roles offer an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic manufacturing environment focused on quality and efficiency.

Available Positions for Operators Jobs in Lusaka

We are currently recruiting for the following key operator roles:

1. 6 Colour Flexographic Printer Operator (1 position)

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience operating 6 Colour Flexographic Printing Machines.
  • Strong knowledge of colour registration, ink mixing, and print quality control.
  • Competence in mounting printing plates and setting up print jobs accurately.
  • Experience printing on plastic packaging materials such as courier bags, refuse bags, and packaging films.
  • Ability to troubleshoot printing defects including smudging, colour mismatch, and poor registration.
  • Familiarity with solvent handling, ink viscosity control, and cleaning procedures.
  • Capability to maintain consistent print quality during extended production runs.

2. Courier Bag Maker Operator (1 position)

Essential Experience and Skills:

  • Proven experience manufacturing courier bags and plastic packaging products.
  • Proficiency operating Folding Machines, Glue application, and Pouch Lamination Stations.
  • Ability to efficiently set up and operate bag making machines.
  • Knowledge of sealing temperatures, cutting alignment, and pouch finishing processes.
  • Skill in inspecting finished products for quality, seal strength, and sizing accuracy.
  • Experience with tamper-evident courier bags and security packaging is an advantage.
  • Focus on minimizing material wastage and maintaining production efficiency.

3. Bottom Seal General Bag Maker Operator (1 position)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Setup, operation, and monitoring of bottom seal bag-making machines to ensure efficient production.
  • Production of bags meeting specified dimensions, sealing standards, and quality requirements.
  • Routine machine adjustments to optimize performance and reduce downtime.
  • Inspection of finished products for defects and quality compliance.
  • Recording production output, material usage, and machine performance data.
  • Performing routine cleaning and basic preventive maintenance on equipment.
  • Prompt reporting of machine faults, production issues, and quality concerns.
  • Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment adhering to company policies.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience operating bottom seal bag-making machines within plastic packaging manufacturing.
  • Sound understanding of plastic bag manufacturing processes and quality control.
  • Ability to interpret production specifications and consistently meet targets.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capabilities.
  • Capacity to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Willingness to work shifts and overtime as required.

Desired Attributes:

  • High attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong work ethic, reliability, and discipline.
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills.
  • Commitment to safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement.

General Requirements for All Operators Jobs in Lusaka

  • Minimum of five years’ relevant industry experience.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Strong attention to detail and dedication to maintaining quality.
  • Good communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
  • Reliability, discipline, and a results-oriented approach.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their CVs and relevant certificates via email to:

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps.

How to Apply

Apply by emailing: regional-plastics@gawe-energy.com