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Apprentice in Operations

BAT | Lusaka

BAT

Innovating the future of tech solutions in Zambia.

Job Description

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. With products like VELO, VUSE and GLO we are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

– Responsible for Safe operation of machinery ensuring no risk of accidents. Must report any “Near Misses” to ensure Environmental, Health and Safety culture is promoted on the machine and across the factory

– Maintain and continuously improve product Quality

– Attend to machine breakdowns in the shortest possible time in order to minimize disruption to production and keep history of the machine performance.

– Reduce Tobacco & WMs waste by root cause analysis and continuous improvement strategies

– As part of the Machine team optimize utilization of production time and rational use of R&R spares and all other manufacturing resources.

– Ensure good house keeping around the machine during and after the shift to reduce on weevil count and general cleanliness of the factory as a whole.

– Assist in improving production processes and approaches to repairs of machinery for high productivity and good quality.

– Capture and analyse data for machine performance reports.

– Report and advise Supervisor on the condition of machinery and any opportunity to improve safely, quality and performance,

– Perform any other duties as assigned from time to time by superiors.

EDUCATION

– Diploma in  Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Technical discipline

EXPERIENCE

– Experience is not a must  but if you have we would like someone who has up to 1 x years’ experience

What we offer you?

WHY JOIN BAT?

We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here .

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.

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