Packaging Operator

Location: Harar Career Level: Entry Level (Fresh Graduate) Number of Positions: 1 Experience: 0–2 years Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Required Skill: Troubleshooting Job Purpose The Packaging Operator is responsible for safely operating packaging equipment and carrying out production and product-related activities while maintaining quality standards, improving key performance indicators, and reducing production losses. Key Responsibilities Follow established safety, environmental, and food safety standards, including 5S, housekeeping, and HACCP requirements. Identify workplace safety risks, report unsafe conditions and behaviours, and take appropriate action in line with company safety procedures. Apply Life-Saving Rules (LSR) and comply with HEINEKEN and applicable local safety standards. Safely start up and shut down equipment, including during annual overhauls. Identify water and energy losses and recommend appropriate improvement measures. Carry out packaging quality checks and food safety inspections according to established standards and procedures. Identify quality issues and participate in improvement activities, root cause analysis, and problem-solving initiatives. Clean and disinfect equipment and work areas according to recipes, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and CILT requirements. Operate simple packaging machines and perform routine packaging activities, including sampling, cleaning, start-up, and shutdown. Carry out basic equipment maintenance and identify, tag, and address equipment abnormalities. Monitor production performance, interpret operational data, and implement corrective actions. Maintain accurate shift handover information, downtime reports, and production performance records using available digital tools. Participate in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Autonomous Production Maintenance (APM), and continuous improvement activities. Apply shop-floor excellence practices, including SOPs, One Point Lessons (OPLs), CILT, and 5S. Ensure safe and efficient equipment operation in line with production demand and delivery requirements. Experience and Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. 0–2 years of experience, preferably in beverage or logistics operations, or shop-floor production environments. Troubleshooting skills. How to Apply Interested and qualified applicants should submit their applications through the official application form: Apply for Packaging Operator – HEINEKEN Ethiopia HEINEKEN Ethiopia Job Vacancies 2026 – Packaging and Utilities Operators HEINEKEN Ethiopia is inviting qualified applicants to apply for two operator positions in its production and utilities operations. The vacancies are based in Harar and Kilinto, Addis Ababa, and offer opportunities for candidates with backgrounds in mechanical, industrial, electrical, chemical, and related engineering fields. Job Overview Employer: HEINEKEN Ethiopia Job Categories: Engineering, Manufacturing, Production, Utilities and Operations Number of Positions: 2 Employment Type: Full-time Work Locations: Harar and Kilinto, Addis Ababa Application Deadline: November 8, 2026 About HEINEKEN Ethiopia HEINEKEN Ethiopia is part of the HEINEKEN Company, an international brewing company. The advertised opportunities are within its packaging and utilities operations. Application Deadline November 8, 2026 Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline. Each position has a separate application link, so candidates should apply through the link corresponding to their preferred vacancy.