Packaging Machine Operators
2026-01-27T09:07:08+00:00
Abacus Pharma
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FULL_TIME
Kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Pharmaceutical
Manufacturing & Warehouse, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Science & Engineering
2026-02-06T17:00:00+00:00
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Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)
ABACUS is hiring Packaging Machine Operators.
Responsibilities or duties
JOB ROLES AND EXPECTATIONS:
Key Result Area
Key Roles/Duties
Technical Role
- To run all machines in the packaging area as per SOP and ensure optimal output.
- Ensure cleanliness of the machine and proper maintenance as per SOP.
- To participate and coordinate preventive maintenance and breakdown maintenance.
- To record all unit processes related to machine run.
Any other duties
- Ensure that any other duty assigned by the team leader is executed to management expectations.
AUTHORITIES:
- Timely operation of all machines in the packaging area.
- Machine troubleshooting in the area.
- Recording all the unit processes.
- Minimizing machine rejects and meeting daily targets.
- Performing daily preventive maintenance and keeping the machines clean.
- Timely communication of machine breakdowns to the team leader.
Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)
COMPETENCIES:
Technical Knowledge/Skills:
- Report Writing Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Presentation skills
- Good communication & interpersonal Skills
- Computer Skills (PPt, Excel and MS Word)
- Able to learn and adapt to change.
- Innovative/creative skills.
Behavioral/Attitude Competencies:
- Respect for others
- Sociable
- Result oriented
- Open and Decisive.
- Business Acumen
- Teamwork
- Responsible
- Mature & assertive.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree/diploma in mechanical engineering or a related field.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
- Basic safety training
- Basic GMP training
- Leadership training
- Entry & exit into production area training
- Good documentation practices training
- Hygiene training
Experience needed
- 2 years’ experience working in a related/similar company.
- To run all machines in the packaging area as per SOP and ensure optimal output.
- Ensure cleanliness of the machine and proper maintenance as per SOP.
- To participate and coordinate preventive maintenance and breakdown maintenance.
- To record all unit processes related to machine run.
- Ensure that any other duty assigned by the team leader is executed to management expectations.
- Report Writing Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Presentation skills
- Good communication & interpersonal Skills
- Computer Skills (PPt, Excel and MS Word)
- Able to learn and adapt to change.
- Innovative/creative skills.
- Respect for others
- Sociable
- Result oriented
- Open and Decisive.
- Business Acumen
- Teamwork
- Responsible
- Mature & assertive.
- Bachelor’s degree/diploma in mechanical engineering or a related field.
JOB-6978803c16c81
Vacancy title:
Packaging Machine Operators
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Pharmaceutical, Category: Manufacturing & Warehouse, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Science & Engineering]
Jobs at:
Abacus Pharma
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, February 6 2026
Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, January 27 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)
ABACUS is hiring Packaging Machine Operators.
Responsibilities or duties
JOB ROLES AND EXPECTATIONS:
Key Result Area
Key Roles/Duties
Technical Role
- To run all machines in the packaging area as per SOP and ensure optimal output.
- Ensure cleanliness of the machine and proper maintenance as per SOP.
- To participate and coordinate preventive maintenance and breakdown maintenance.
- To record all unit processes related to machine run.
Any other duties
- Ensure that any other duty assigned by the team leader is executed to management expectations.
AUTHORITIES:
- Timely operation of all machines in the packaging area.
- Machine troubleshooting in the area.
- Recording all the unit processes.
- Minimizing machine rejects and meeting daily targets.
- Performing daily preventive maintenance and keeping the machines clean.
- Timely communication of machine breakdowns to the team leader.
Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)
COMPETENCIES:
Technical Knowledge/Skills:
- Report Writing Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Presentation skills
- Good communication & interpersonal Skills
- Computer Skills (PPt, Excel and MS Word)
- Able to learn and adapt to change.
- Innovative/creative skills.
Behavioral/Attitude Competencies:
- Respect for others
- Sociable
- Result oriented
- Open and Decisive.
- Business Acumen
- Teamwork
- Responsible
- Mature & assertive.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree/diploma in mechanical engineering or a related field.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
- Basic safety training
- Basic GMP training
- Leadership training
- Entry & exit into production area training
- Good documentation practices training
- Hygiene training
Experience needed
- 2 years’ experience working in a related/similar company.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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