Packaging & Loading Operator

We are seeking a skilled Packing & Loading Operator to join our cement manufacturing operations team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating cement packing machines bulk loading systems and automated palletizing/loading equipment (Caricamat or similar systems) while ensuring safe efficient and uninterrupted dispatch operations. The role also involves routine equipment inspections preventive maintenance support quality control and accurate shift documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate cement packing machines and ensure smooth packing plant operations.
• Operate and monitor bulk cement loading systems for tanker dispatch.
• Operate automated palletizing and loading systems (Caricamat or equivalent) for bagged cement dispatch.
• Monitor truck loading activities to ensure timely and accurate dispatch.
• Conduct quality inspections on filled cement bags pallets and loading equipment.
• Perform physical weight verification of cement bags and monitor date printer accuracy.
• Identify equipment abnormalities and report operational issues promptly.
• Carry out routine preventive maintenance (PM) activities related to production equipment.
• Support cement mill preventive maintenance (PM) and shutdown (SD) maintenance activities.
• Maintain loading notes inventory records daily production reports shift handover logs and export shipment tracking records.
• Monitor machine sequences and ensure smooth operation of conveyors packers and loading systems.
• Coordinate with production maintenance quality and logistics teams to achieve production and dispatch targets.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards throughout the packing plant and loading area.
• Strictly comply with company HSE policies permit-to-work requirements and operational procedures.
• Participate in toolbox talks safety inspections and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Skills

• Cement packing plant operations
• Rotary packers and bagging systems
• Bulk cement loading
• Truck dispatch operations
• Automatic palletizing/loading systems (Caricamat or similar)
• Conveyor systems
• Preventive Maintenance (PM)
• Equipment inspection and troubleshooting
• Cement mill operational support
• Inventory and shift documentation
• Quality inspection and bag weighing
• Safe work practices and housekeeping

Preferred Equipment Experience

Experience with one or more of the following is preferred:

• Haver & Boecker packing systems
• Ventomatic packing machines
• FLSmidth packing and loading equipment
• Beumer palletizing/loading systems
• Caricamat automatic loading systems
• Rotary packers
• Conveyor and pallet transfer systems

Qualifications

• High School Diploma ITI Technical Diploma or equivalent.
• Certification in mechanical or industrial operations is an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Strong operational awareness
• Mechanical aptitude
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork and communication
• Problem-solving ability
• Safety-conscious mindset
• Ability to work in rotating shifts

Working Conditions

• Rotational shift work.
• Industrial cement manufacturing environment.
• Outdoor and indoor production and dispatch operations.
• Ability to work in dusty noisy and physically demanding conditions while following all safety requirements.