Mukwano Industries is one of the great success stories of the Ugandan business world. The company has over the years, grown into one of the leading FMCG conglomerates in East Africa, with interests that include manufacturing, agriculture and property development. Its products, ranging from detergents to cooking oil and soap; from drinking water to household and commercial plastics; can be found in every home across Uganda.
Mukwano Industries is committed to producing safe & quality brands, which deliver on the promise to enrich lives in Africa and make a difference every day.
We are currently looking for vibrant, energetic candidates, to join hands with us, in our exciting growth journey.
PLANT OPERATOR – 2 Positions

REPORTING TO SHIFT SUPERVISOR, THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL:
Key Result Areas: Check to ensure that all plant machines are set to optimal utilization, *Check to ensure that input material and products meet quality requirements, *Follow the established procedures and guidelines to manufacture products according to production specifications and schedules; volume, cost, and wastage targets; and quality standards, *Coordinate with Maintenance department to trouble-shoot and perform regular maintenance on equipment, *Implement good manufacturing practices such as housekeeping, labeling and records, *Monitor the normal functional status of all pumps, motors and valves, *Ensure that the filters are timely cleaned and changed, *Ensure that required raw materials stocks are availed in time, *Inspect and monitor service and repair update checklist on all machines, *Ensure correct transfer of material such as oil and raw material from one location to another, *Any other duties assigned by the Shift Supervisor. Job Ref.No. MIUL/PO

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Diploma in Industrial Chemistry or any related field, *2 years relevant experience in a manufacturing plant.

SKILLS & PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED
Good communication skills including reading skills, *an aptitude for math, *Mechanical ability, *Physical strength and stamina, *the ability to work in high places, *the ability to get along well with co-workers, *the ability to keep up to date with changing technology, *the ability to do precision work.