Technical Operator at TakaTaka Solutions

Key Responsibilities

Machine Operation:

• Operate and oversee the operation of recycling machinery, such as balers, shredders, conveyors, and sorting equipment.
• Monitor equipment performance and intervene promptly in case of malfunctions or breakdowns.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify and address maintenance needs.

Quality Control:

• Implement and enforce quality control measures to ensure the production of high-quality recycled materials.
• Inspect incoming materials and outgoing products for conformity to standards.
• Collaborate with quality control personnel to address any issues and improve processes.

Maintenance and Repairs:

• Collaborate with maintenance staff to schedule and perform regular equipment maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions while coordinating repairs as needed.
• Keep accurate records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.

Safety Compliance:

• Enforce and promote a culture of safety in the workplace.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and training sessions for machine operators.
• Investigate and report accidents or incidents promptly, implementing corrective actions.

Communication:

• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and other departments.
• Report and update production metrics, equipment status, and any issues to the relevant parties.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve overall plant efficiency and effectiveness.

Supervision and Leadership:

• Lead, train, and supervise a team of assistant operators.
• Motivate and support the team to achieve production goals and targets.

Production Planning:

• Work with the Recycling Plant Manager and Recycling Plant Supervisor to develop production schedules and plans.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure a smooth flow of materials through the production process.
• Make adjustments to production schedules in consultation with the Recycling Plant Manager and Supervisor based on changing priorities or unforeseen circumstances.

Supervision and Leadership:

• Lead, train, and supervise a team of machine operators.
• Ensure that operators adhere to safety protocols and follow standard operating procedures.
• Motivate and support the team to achieve production goals and targets.

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering,
• Proven experience as a machine operator in a recycling or similar industrial setting.
• Having operated an industrial production machine before with at least 3 process steps that required controlling of specific parameters such as temperature, pressure, speed.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding and fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Should understand: -

• Industrial Machinery process.
• Industrial Mechanical Techniques.
• Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) i.e.  Machine efficiency and Manpower Utilization.
• Ability to stand or walk for longer hours.