- Key Responsibilities:
- 1. Production Operations
- Monitor daily performance of tea bag production lines.
- Ensure set production targets are achieved in terms of output, accuracy, and downtime.
- Verify proper machine calibration, sealing temperature, tea weight dosing, and alignment.
- 2. Quality Compliance
- Ensure all products meet required quality standards, including tea weight accuracy, sealing integrity, and packaging specifications.
- Coordinate with Quality Assurance for non-conformities and corrective actions.
- Ensure the application of GMP, HACCP, ISO, and food safety standards.
- 3. Process Improvement
- Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring issues such as bag leakage, sealing defects, or wastage.
- Apply lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies (Kaizen, 5S, OEE enhancement).
- Implement measures to minimize material waste (filter paper, thread, packaging materials).
- 4. Production Planning & Reporting
- Coordinate with the planning team to ensure production schedules are met.
- Monitor and record daily KPIs: output, downtime, OEE, waste percentage.
- Prepare shift performance reports and recommend improvements.
- 5. Coordination & Supervision
- Supervise machine operators, assistants, and line workers to ensure proper execution of tasks.
- Provide technical guidance and ensure adherence to hygiene and discipline standards.
- Act as a technical focal point during operations.
- 6. Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Identify machine malfunctions and take corrective action in coordination with maintenance.
- Participate in preventive and corrective maintenance planning.
- Validate machine performance after maintenance activities.
- 7. Safety & Hygiene
- Enforce safety regulations and ensure PPE compliance.
- Maintain a clean and hygienic production environment in line with regulatory standards.
- Investigate and report safety incidents and hazards.
Job Specifications (Qualifications):Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Production, or Mechatronics Engineering3–5 years in FMCG, food, beverage, tea bag, sachet, or packaging productionTea/herbal products, powder filling, packaging machinery, FMCGExperience with tea bag machines (IMA, Teepack, Perfecta or similar), understanding of OEE, Lean Manufacturing, RCA, HACCP, GMPAdvanced MS Excel; ERP systems experience is a plusLean Six Sigma Green Belt, HACCP, ISO 22000Analytical thinking, problem-solving, time management, attention to detail, leadership, team coordinationAbility to work on the production floor, handle shift work, and stand for extended periods