Assistant Machine Operator

Are you meticulous, safety-focused, and ready to master industrial machinery? Orchid HR Outsourcing is seeking detail-oriented candidates with a technical qualification and NYS training to fill a crucial Assistant Machine Operator role in Nairobi. If you have a technical background and a strong commitment to safety and efficiency, we want to hear from you!

Position Summary:

The Machine Operator Assistant shall provide critical support in the daily operation and maintenance of industrial machinery. This role ensures that the production area is prepared, materials are staged, and machines are constantly fed to prevent downtime. The Assistant works under the guidance of the Machine Operator to maintain high-quality standards, safety compliance, and efficient maternal handling.

Key Responibilities:

1. Assist the Lead Operator in the configutation and setup of industrial machinery accordin to dally production schedules and technical requirements
2. Ensure the continuous flow of production by manually loading raw materials into machines and monitoring intake to prevent blockages or interruptions.
3. Observe machine indicators and output quality under the Operator’s direction, immediately alerting the lead to any deviations in consistency or mechanical sounds
4. Perform preliminary visual inspections of finished products and assist in using precision measurement tools to verify that outputs meet required specifications
5. Conduct meticulous daily cleaning of machine extenor surfaces and work amat to prevduat dust accumulation and ensum a safe operating environment.
6. Assist in the retrieval and organization of specialized tools blades, or hardware require for machine changeovers and calibrations
7. Support the Lead Operator during routine lubrication and minor technical repairs by providing tool support and cleaning internal.components.
8. Safely assist in the movement of high-value, fragile, or heavy inventory within the facility, adhering to weight distribution and rigging protocols to prevent damage.
9. Systematically collect, sort, and record production waste and scrap material to maintain a clean workspace and support “Lean” waste reduction targets.
10. Strictly adhere to all Occupational Safety and Health (OSHI standardis, including the mandatory use of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) and dust control measures.
11. Organize and stage raw materials near the production line to ensure they am “productionready minimizing the time spent on material retrieval
12. Actively participate in the manual officeding of containers and the secure, organized loading of finished products anto delivery vehicies
13. Assist in the moording of shift data, including unit courits and material usage, ensuring all logs are accurate and legible
14. Work colaboratively with the packaging and dispatch teams to move finished goods from the machine area to designated storage zones.
15. Take primary responsibility for maintaining a hazard-free work station, ensuing floors are clear of dobris and tools are returned to their designated storage shadow boards.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Immediately communicate any observed facility damages or utility leaks to the supervisor to ensure workplace safety.
• Actively participate in on-the-job training to gain proficiency in machine calibration and troubleshooting for future career growth.
• Provide basic labor support to the warehouse or dispatch teams during peak periods or
• when production lines are undergoing major maintenance.
• Participate in regular team reviews of production SOPs to suggest updates based on handson observations from the machine floor.
• Perform any other reasonable duties as assigned by management from time to time to support the overall operational objectives of the production department.

Requirements & Competencies

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Previous training from the National Youth Service is a requirement for this position.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial warehouse environment.
• MUST have basic understanding of mechanical and technical processes and a willingness to learn the use of
• precision measurement tools. Ability to work well and remain calm under pressure.
• Punctual, highly disciplined, and able to follow complex instructions with minimal supervision.