City:  ADDIS ABABA

 

 

 

 

 

OPERATOR

10 Sept 2026
Job ID:  107967
Country:  Ethiopia
Professional area:  Production
Contract type:  Permanent
Professional level:  Experienced
Location: 

ADDIS ABABA, ET, 1000

We are JTI, Japan Tobacco International, and we are present in 130 countries. We have spent years innovating, creating new and better products for the consumers to choose from. This is our business. But not only. Our business is our people. Their talent. Their potential. We believe that when they are free to be themselves, and they are given the opportunity to grow, travel and develop, amazing things can happen.

That’s why our employees, from around the world, choose to be a part of JTI. It is why 80% of employees feel happy working at JTI. And why we’ve been awarded Global Top Employer status, ten years running

So when you’re ready to choose a career you’ll love, in a company you’ll love, feel free to #JoinTheIdea. 

Learn more: jti.com

Packer Opreator

 

Job Objective

To operate cigarette packing machines efficiently and safely to achieve daily production targets while producing high-quality products in accordance with established operating procedures, quality standards, IWS principles, and EHS requirements.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate cigarette packing machines in line with approved operating procedures and production schedules.
  • Complete effective shift handovers and maintain accurate production records.
  • Verify packaging materials against production orders and report any discrepancies.
  • Conduct machine cleaning, inspections, and basic troubleshooting activities to ensure optimal performance.
  • Perform routine quality checks on finished products and packaging materials, identifying and reporting deviations promptly.
  • Monitor machine performance and record downtime as required
  • Ensure compliance with EHS, quality, and 5S3R standards at all times
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and perform any other duties assigned by management.

 

Requirements

Education

  • Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, General Mechanics, Metal Fabrication, or a related technical field.

Experience

  • Experience in a manufacturing or production environment is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

  • Basic computer literacy.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
  • Ability to follow procedures and work effectively in a team environment.
  • Good communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence

 

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