Technician (Fitter/Turner/Milling)

About the role

A client of Shugulika Africa Limited, a manufacturing company in the consumer goods industry, is looking for a skilled Technician (Fitter/Turner/Milling) to support its Tool Room operations. The main task is to carry out mechanical work such as turning, milling, fitting and surface grinding to support fabrication and mechanical work in the plant.

Key responsibilities

• Perform mechanical maintenance, machine fitting, mold assembly and general machine assembly within the plant.
• Carry out preventive and breakdown maintenance on machines, molds and utility systems.
• Perform milling, surface grinding, cutting, hobbing, turning and fitting tasks as instructed by the Tool Room Supervisor, based on job cards or technical drawings.
• Work to minimise downtime, with a target of zero downtime.
• Comply with all safety protocols for mechanical parts, machines and tools, and obtain a valid work permit before working in high-risk or restricted areas such as rooftops, elevated heights or intricate machine zones.
• Follow PPE requirements and safety procedures when handling machines, tools, molds and mechanical equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of daily and weekly breakdowns, preventive maintenance and related activities.
• Keep the Tool Room and surrounding areas clean and tidy.
• Carry out any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Required profile

• Certificate Level 2 (VETA) in Fitting and Turning.
• 2-3 years of hands-on experience in a similar mechanical or tool room technician role.
• Basic proficiency in reading and writing in both Swahili and English.

Required skills

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and perform precise measurements.
• Skilled use of measuring tools such as levelling gauges and vernier calipers.