Machine Operator at JMG Limited

JMG is a diversified solution provider with a broad portfolio in power generation, electrical infrastructures, and industrial equipment. With over 20 years of experience in Africa and strong partnerships with some of the world’s leading brands, JMG combines global technologies and regional expertise to fulfill the African market's development needs.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Machine Operator

Location: Gbagada, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Duties

• Receive Production plan and schedule from Supervisor.
• Review plan and revert to supervisor if any issue.
• Review the day’s work order then proceed to set up and operate equipment according to established technical specifications.
• Translate the blueprints and dimensions on drawings to outputs by aligning, loading, operating, and other related tasks on the machine.
• Carry out daily routine maintenance checks before and after each shift.
• Arrange and set up the material handling equipment and machineries.
• Monitor the machine operations to see that the finished products and components are aptly matching with the quality and quantity of the company.
• Adhere to 5S demands and a safe working environment by maintaining company’s guidelines and use of PPE’s.
• Provide ideas or suggestions for process improvement.
• Examine and separate defective goods and packaging components.
• Replenish, stock, and sort the material supplies.
• Work together with the team for maximum output.
• Recalibrate and clean the machineries after completing the production activities.
• Maintain a report of the total number of products manufactured per day.
• Check the newly installed machines for their efficiency and deliver a report for the same to supervisor.
• Ensure the smooth and efficient running of machines.
• Carry out routine maintenance alongside maintenance team and perform spot inspections of parts.
• Call the attention of maintenance team when machines have broken down.
• Conduct periodic checks on output efficiency.
• Verify adequate materials and supplies are available to complete operations as needed.
• Control and adjust machine settings to start a production cycle.
• Inspect parts with precision and measuring tools.
• Test operation of machines periodically and fix issues that might occur during the shift or call maintenance team.
• Check output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws.
• Keep records of defective units and final products.
• Maintain activity logs. Including tools change and submit to supervisor.
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; notifying company technicians of needed repairs with the support of the maintenance crew.
• Take up IMS responsibilities such as reporting unsafe act, condition or procedure in the workplace, participating in fire or emergency drill at work, participating in incident reporting and investigation when necessary and adherence to Company policies.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• Certified in Precision Sheet Metal Operator (PSMO), Computer Numerical Control (CNC), and/or any other relevant certification is a plus.
• 3-5 years of proven work experience as Machine Operator in a manufacturing/industrial environment.

Competencies:

• Sound technical skills and ability to fix problems with any type of machinery
• Knowledge of maintaining and upgrading different machines
• Ability to work with schematics and comprehend complex technical instructions and blueprints
• Good command over CAD and CAM technologies
• Knowledge of safe machine practice standards
• Working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery and measurement tools (caliper, micrometer etc.)
• Considerable previous manufacturing/assembly experience
• Ability to work across most/all areas of the assembly processes
• Ability to work for extended hours
• Physically fit and sound
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to pay profound attention to detail
• Strong understanding of production procedures
• Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g. constant use of protective gear)
• Strong attention to detail
• Teamwork and communication skills
• Able to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Strong computer skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: F.esawe@jmglimited.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.