Machine Operator

Department: RDF Production

Reports To: Material Preparation Team Leader

Location: Harar/Diredawa

Job Summary:

Responsible for operating and monitoring the bag-breaking machine to open plastic bags containing fresh municipal waste, allowing the waste to be released for subsequent sorting, drying, and RDF preparation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate the bag-breaking machine safely and efficiently according to operating procedures.

• Feed bagged fresh waste into the bag breaker at a controlled and continuous rate.

• Monitor the machine to ensure bags are properly opened and waste is effectively released.

• Monitor conveyors and material flow after the bag breaker and report blockages or irregular flow.

• Remove or report oversized, hazardous, metallic, or other materials that could damage the machine.

• Conduct daily pre-start inspections and monitor the machine for abnormal noise, vibration, overheating, or other faults.

• Perform routine cleaning, lubrication, tightening, and other minor operator-level maintenance.

• Safely clear minor blockages and material buildup after proper equipment shutdown and isolation.

• Coordinate with the material feeding attendants, sorters, and other operators to maintain continuous operation.

• Maintain cleanliness and good housekeeping around the bag-breaking and feeding areas.

• Record operating hours, downtime, material blockages, and equipment problems as required.

• Follow all PPE, lockout/isolation, occupational health and safety, and environmental requirements. Ries and equipment throughout the production facility

Job Requirements

Education: TVET Level II or above in Mechanical, Industrial Operations, or a related technical field.

Experience: 1–2 years of relevant experience operating industrial machinery, recycling equipment, waste-processing equipment, or similar machinery.

• Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to perform minor operator-level maintenance.

• Ability to understand and follow operating and safety instructions.

• Safety-conscious and able to work around conveyors and heavy machinery.

• Willingness to work in shifts and in a waste-processing environment

How To Apply

Qualified Candidates Apply Through :- HR@buildkubik.com