Machine Operator

Machine Operator

 At Essity, we make it easier for hygiene, health, and well-being to be part of everyday life. Essity is a leading hygiene solutions company that is involved in manufacturing and marketing of leading brands and high-quality products such as Drypers, Libra, Orchid, Viti, Libresse, Sorbent, Softly, Handee Ultra, TORK, and TENA.

Join us in Nakasi, Fiji, as a Machine Operator and be part of a team that makes a positive impact on people's lives every day.

About the Role

Reporting to the Process Engineer/Team Leader, the Machine Operator is responsible for overseeing machine operations to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent production in line with quality and performance targets. The role focuses on maintaining equipment at Set-to-Standard and Run-to-Standard conditions, supporting CIL (Cleaning, Inspection, Lubrication) execution, and taking ownership of critical operational activities such as brand changeovers.

What You Will Do

• Operate and oversee machines to meet production targets
• Ensure machines are consistently operating at Run-to-Standard conditions
• Monitor machine performance and take action to address deviations
• Minimise downtime through proactive intervention and escalation
• Enforce adherence to SOPs and work instructions
• Support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, TPM, 5S)

Who You Are

To be successful in this role, you will have the following:

• Experience in similar role in Manufacturing Industry
• Basic mechanical or technical knowledge
• Strong understanding of machine operations and production processes
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing / TPM practices
• Experience with changeovers and machine setup
• Candidates with trade certificate or certificate IV in Mechanical Engineering are encouraged to apply

What We Can Offer You

Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-Being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive change for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere.

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

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Ready for your next move? Apply now! Early applications encouraged.

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Application End Date:

29 Nov 2026

Job Requisition ID:

Essity264918