Website Q-SOURCING TANZANIA LIMITED

About this job:

Q-Sourcing Tanzania Limited is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, and South Sudan.

On behalf of our Tanzania based client, we are looking for a competent and experienced     Junior Tobacco processing Mechanic Operator.

POSITION IN THE COMPANY

Involved in Tobacco process activities through machinery operation, ensuring the quality of produced product, maintaining good condition of machinery and housekeeping in accordance to standard established by the organization. The incumbent must have knowledge and skills to operate all Tobacco Processing work centers, but must illustrate proficiency to operate Lamina Conditioning / casing and Stem conditioning work centers

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. To perform Tobacco processing activities through proper operation of machines in a group / work center for each blend and batch according to the provided SAP work order by following standard operating procedures and instructions given by superior.
  2. To ensure quality of the product of each batch processed in compliance with the standard specification set up by the organization. Close monitoring of process parameters settings and quality parameters status on online SCADA system and proactively taking preventive/corrective actions by himself or with guidance from Process Lead/Electronic Technicians
  3. To inspect and clean all tobacco process line before starting line operation, to clean the tobacco process line after dark fired blend before starting a light grade blend and implement thorough process line cleaning at the end of the production day as per machines cleaning work instructions and procedures.
  4. To enhance safe working environment. Maintain safety at work and during operating the machine which includes having on proper safety gear for self and crew during cleaning process. Some of the safety gear include – Wearing gloves when changing knife; Wearing Mask & goggles during cleaning; Using gloves during cleaning, safety shoes, uniform and ear plugs
  5. To implement effective house keeping at his/her working area throughout the production shift through proper shop floor cleaning and arrangement of working tools
  6. To effectively communicate with the Process Lead / other team members about ensuring smooth process operation of downstream and upstream work centers. Must show good team spirit by assisting and supporting other team members in daily assignment whenever required.
  7. To actively participate and perform special tasks associated with organized improvement activities.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Education

  • Full Technician Certificate (FTC) or its equivalent

Computer Skills:

  • Basic computer knowledge 

Functional Skills:

  • Able to follow instruction, able to work on their own initiative and independently under minimum supervision, able to perform multi task whenever required.

Work Experience:

  • 2 years’ experience of working in a Tobacco process environment

ADDED ADVANTAGE

Language Skills:

  • Fluent in English language

How to apply:

All candidates who meet the criteria outlined as above are encouraged to send their CVs/Resumes to: recruitmenttanzania@qsourcing.com or link below not later than 6th May 2026.

https://jobs.qsourcing.com/jobs/Careers/735362000016281271/QSTL–-JUNIOR-TOBACCO-PROCESSING-MECHANIC-OPERATOR?source=CareerSite

This position is open to locals only.

For any further clarifications call 0748 519 013.

Note:

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Q-SOURCING SERVTEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ANY SOLICITATION WILL LEAD TO DISQUALIFICATION.

To apply for this job please visit jobs.qsourcing.com.