Café Najjar is a coffee expert with more than 69 years of experience that evolved over the years to become a leading iconic coffee brand in the region. Today our Lebanese, Espresso and Filtered Coffee are enjoyed by coffee lovers living in Lebanon and all over the world. The company became the biggest coffee factory and the #1 producer of coffee in the Middle East and North Africa region and exports to more than 45 countries globally.
In addition to its iconic brands, Café Najjar offers full coffee solutions to top multinational coffee chains in the Middle East region, Africa, Greece, and Cyprus while ensuring an outstanding coffee experience for their consumers.
Our aim is to ensure we deliver the perfect cup of coffee everyday everywhere.
Under Najjar Professional Solutions, we provide a high-quality coffee portfolio (Café Najjar, Gia & Ilgustino), Krikita Nuts and Cookers/Byte sweet and savory specialties that could be enjoyed and savored at out of home locations, such as hotels, restaurants, cafes (HoReCa), offices and institutions.
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Machine Operator to oversee and manage the daily operations of our coffee processing facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient production processes, maintaining high-quality standards, and adhering to safety and health regulations.
Job Responsibilities:
- Operate, inspect, and test production line machinery, adjusting controls to ensure efficient operation.
- Detect, troubleshoot, and report machine malfunctions and operational issues.
- Make necessary machine adjustments to ensure products meet established specifications.
- Identify and remove non-conforming products for further investigation.
- Perform routine and preventive maintenance on machinery and report any repair requirements to supervisors.
- Install, replace, and change machine parts and attachments, and perform equipment changeovers according to production specifications.
- Monitor and report production losses, including machine downtime, yield losses, and quality rejects.
- Maintain accurate production records, work orders, and machine performance data, including stoppages, repairs, and quantities produced.
- Identify sources of waste and participate in Lean initiatives to reduce losses and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas, ensuring machinery is properly cleaned and lubricated.
- Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Hygiene Practices (GHP), and company safety procedures.
- Supervise and coordinate helpers and packers, providing guidance and on-the-job training when needed.
- Collaborate with team members and other shifts to ensure smooth production operations and effective communication.
- Ensure equipment is properly shut down and secured when not in use.
- Assist with inventory checks and raw material handling when required.
Qualifications:
- Post-secondary education and/or technical school education.
- Previous experience in machine operation, preferably in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of machinery operation, troubleshooting, and equipment maintenance.
- Experience working with hand tools and performing basic maintenance tasks.
- Good understanding of safety, health, and hygiene requirements.
- Ability to work effectively within a production team and coordinate with other employees.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and commitment to quality and safety.
