Machine Operator / Factory Operator

Location: Zambezi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Company
Penpoint Converters Limited is a Kenyan manufacturer and converter of paper hygiene products. The company currently manufactures serviettes/napkins under the TASH brand and is expanding into additional tissue and paper hygiene products.

Role Summary
We are looking for a reliable and hands-on Machine Operator / Factory Operator to support production at our paper hygiene products factory in Zambezi. The successful candidate will operate production machinery, support packing and dispatch, maintain cleanliness and safety standards, and help ensure consistent product quality.

Key Responsibilities

●       Operate paper converting machines safely and efficiently.

●       Support production of serviettes, tissue products, and other hygiene paper products.

●       Load raw materials and monitor machine performance during production.

●       Check product quality during production and report defects or machine issues.

●       Support packing, labelling, counting, and storage of finished goods.

●       Maintain cleanliness around the machine and factory floor.

●       Record basic production information, including output, wastage, and downtime.

●       Follow supervisor instructions, safety rules, and company procedures.

●       Assist with loading, dispatch, and general factory duties when required.

Minimum Requirements

●       Previous experience in a factory, production, packaging, or machine operation role.

●       Experience in tissue, paper, printing, packaging, or FMCG manufacturing will be an advantage.

●       Ability to operate or learn to operate production machinery.

●       Basic record-keeping skills.

●       Physically fit and able to stand for long periods.

●       Reliable, disciplined, punctual, and willing to work in a start-up factory environment.

●       Minimum KCSE certificate preferred.

Personal Attributes

●       Honest and dependable.

●       Careful with machinery and materials.

●       Quality-conscious.

●       Able to follow instructions.

●       Willing to learn and take responsibility.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply with an updated CV. Shortlisted candidates may be required to attend a practical interview at the factory.