Machine Operator Trainee
2026-11-07T16:27:48+00:00
Tai Talent Matters
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Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Consulting
Science & Engineering, Manufacturing & Warehouse, Food & Beverage, Food Processing & Sales, Food Products Manufacturing
2026-11-13T17:00:00+00:00
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We are a boutique human capital firm specializing in supporting organizations to develop and implement robust people agendas that drive sustainable performance. Our aim is to build strong HR foundations that empower both organizational success and individual employee growth, ensuring a well-aligned path to realized impact.
Role Overview
Our client in the beverage manufacturing industry is seeking a recent diploma graduate for a Machine Operator Trainee position. The role offers practical exposure to the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance of packaging lines, utilities, and process equipment. Working under close supervision, the successful candidate will develop foundational technical skills while learning to maintain equipment performance, product quality, and workplace safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist operators and technicians with routine equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, cleaning, lubrication, and basic assembly tasks.
- Observe and support machine start-ups, operation, shutdowns, product changeovers, and wash-outs in line with established procedures.
- Monitor basic machine operating parameters, including pressure, temperature, flow, and speed, and record production data under supervision.
- Assist with handling, labelling, tracking, and reconciliation of packaging materials in coordination with the Quality and Warehouse teams.
- Support quality checks, machine and workplace cleaning, and implementation of GMP, HACCP, and 5S practices.
- Assist in maintaining production and maintenance records, including shift handovers, production quantities, batch details, and equipment observations.
- Follow plant safety procedures, use the required PPE, and promptly report equipment abnormalities, hazards, and non-conformities.
Qualifications & Experience
- Recent graduate (2025–2026) with a Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Basic understanding of electrical and mechanical principles.
- Strong interest in machine operation, equipment maintenance, and manufacturing plant operations.
- Good teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a positive attitude towards learning.
- Basic computer literacy, particularly MS Office.
- Commitment to workplace safety, food safety, and hygiene standards.
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and undertake shift duties as required.
- Assist operators and technicians with routine equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, cleaning, lubrication, and basic assembly tasks.
- Observe and support machine start-ups, operation, shutdowns, product changeovers, and wash-outs in line with established procedures.
- Monitor basic machine operating parameters, including pressure, temperature, flow, and speed, and record production data under supervision.
- Assist with handling, labelling, tracking, and reconciliation of packaging materials in coordination with the Quality and Warehouse teams.
- Support quality checks, machine and workplace cleaning, and implementation of GMP, HACCP, and 5S practices.
- Assist in maintaining production and maintenance records, including shift handovers, production quantities, batch details, and equipment observations.
- Follow plant safety procedures, use the required PPE, and promptly report equipment abnormalities, hazards, and non-conformities.
- Basic understanding of electrical and mechanical principles
- Strong interest in machine operation, equipment maintenance, and manufacturing plant operations
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Basic computer literacy, particularly MS Office
- Commitment to workplace safety, food safety, and hygiene standards
- Recent graduate (2025–2026) with a Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and undertake shift duties as required.
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Vacancy title:
Machine Operator Trainee
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Consulting, Category: Science & Engineering, Manufacturing & Warehouse, Food & Beverage, Food Processing & Sales, Food Products Manufacturing]
Jobs at:
Tai Talent Matters
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, November 13 2026
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, November 7 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
We are a boutique human capital firm specializing in supporting organizations to develop and implement robust people agendas that drive sustainable performance. Our aim is to build strong HR foundations that empower both organizational success and individual employee growth, ensuring a well-aligned path to realized impact.
Role Overview
Our client in the beverage manufacturing industry is seeking a recent diploma graduate for a Machine Operator Trainee position. The role offers practical exposure to the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance of packaging lines, utilities, and process equipment. Working under close supervision, the successful candidate will develop foundational technical skills while learning to maintain equipment performance, product quality, and workplace safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist operators and technicians with routine equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, cleaning, lubrication, and basic assembly tasks.
- Observe and support machine start-ups, operation, shutdowns, product changeovers, and wash-outs in line with established procedures.
- Monitor basic machine operating parameters, including pressure, temperature, flow, and speed, and record production data under supervision.
- Assist with handling, labelling, tracking, and reconciliation of packaging materials in coordination with the Quality and Warehouse teams.
- Support quality checks, machine and workplace cleaning, and implementation of GMP, HACCP, and 5S practices.
- Assist in maintaining production and maintenance records, including shift handovers, production quantities, batch details, and equipment observations.
- Follow plant safety procedures, use the required PPE, and promptly report equipment abnormalities, hazards, and non-conformities.
Qualifications & Experience
- Recent graduate (2025–2026) with a Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Basic understanding of electrical and mechanical principles.
- Strong interest in machine operation, equipment maintenance, and manufacturing plant operations.
- Good teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a positive attitude towards learning.
- Basic computer literacy, particularly MS Office.
- Commitment to workplace safety, food safety, and hygiene standards.
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and undertake shift duties as required.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: associate degree
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