Said Salim Bakhresa & Co. Ltd (SSB), one of Tanzania’s leading manufacturing and consumer goods companies, is inviting qualified Tanzanian professionals to apply for two key positions based in Dar es Salaam. These roles offer an opportunity to contribute to a reputable organization while advancing your career in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities or duties

The Technical Operator – Packing is responsible for operating packing machines, ensuring efficient production processes, and maintaining high standards of product quality and safety.

Qualifications or requirements

• Diploma in Mechanical, Production, or Process Engineering (essential)
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (desirable)
• Strong knowledge of packing machines and processes
• Familiarity with food safety standards and compliance requirements
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills
• Proficiency in computer systems

Experience needed

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in manufacturing or food processing

Key attributes

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Flexibility and adaptability in a high-pressure environment
• High integrity and results orientation
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement

This position offers an opportunity to play a vital role in maintaining production efficiency, safety, and product quality while building a career within a supportive and forward-looking company.

• Operate packing machines to ensure accurate and efficient packing of milled products
• Carry out autonomous maintenance (AM), including basic maintenance, conversion, and machine changeovers
• Supervise shift packing operations, assign tasks, and monitor team performance
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, GMP, and company quality procedures
• Support quality control by verifying product weights, seals, and coding accuracy
• Maintain accurate records of shift activities, including production reports and inventory
• Collaborate with quality control, production, and dispatch teams to resolve operational issues

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Decision-making skills
• Communication skills
• Proficiency in computer systems
• Teamwork and collaboration skills
• Flexibility and adaptability
• High integrity
• Results orientation
• Commitment to safety
• Commitment to continuous improvement

• Diploma in Mechanical, Production, or Process Engineering (essential)
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (desirable)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in manufacturing or food processing
• Strong knowledge of packing machines and processes
• Familiarity with food safety standards and compliance requirements