Tetra Pak / Pls / Aseptic Packaging Technician

company description:

for over 30 years, finta farms has been a beloved household name, trusted by families for its quality products. from our signature finta milk to a diverse range of fruit juices, milkshakes, yogurts, and custards, we focus on delivering everyday goodness. our commitment to quality and trust has made us a staple across generations, providing nutrition for every moment of the day. at finta, we continue to uphold our promise: think milk, think finta.

role description:

this is a full-time on-site role based in kitwe for a tetra pak / pls / aseptic packaging technician at finta farms. the role involves operating, supervising, maintaining, and troubleshooting tetra pak and other aseptic filling and packaging systems to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality production. responsibilities include overseeing packing operations, monitoring production processes for efficiency and compliance, performing routine and corrective maintenance, ensuring product quality control, and adhering to industry standards and safety regulations.

key responsibilities

- machine operation & production:

operate and monitor tetra pak, pls or equivalent aseptic filling machines (., tba/tpa lines or similar)

ensure correct machine setup for different skus, pack sizes, and products

achieve daily production targets with minimal downtime

- maintenance & troubleshooting:

perform preventive and corrective maintenance on filling, sealing, and packaging equipment

diagnose and resolve mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and basic plc-related issues

coordinate with maintenance teams for major breakdowns and overhauls

- quality & food safety:

ensure strict compliance with food safety standards

monitor aseptic conditions, cip/sip processes, and packaging integrity

report and address quality deviations immediately

- utilities & support systems:

work with supporting systems such as uht units, compressors, boilers, chillers, and cip systems

monitor utilities consumption and report abnormalities

- documentation & reporting:

maintain machine logs, downtime reports, and maintenance records

assist in audits and inspections (internal and external)

- team & training:

support and guide machine operators and junior technicians

communicate effectively with production, quality, and engineering teams

qualifications:

- minimum 4 years hands-on experience with tetra pak, pls or similar aseptic packaging machines

- strong understanding of: aseptic filling technology, uht milk / juice processing, cip/sip systems, ability to read technical manuals, electrical diagrams, and mechanical drawings.

- excellent communication skills for collaboration and effective reporting

- ability to work in an on-site production environment with attention to safety and efficiency

previous experience in aseptic packaging, specifically with tetra pak equipment, is highly desirable

education:

- diploma or certificate in:

- mechanical engineering

- electrical engineering

- industrial maintenance

- mechatronics

(or equivalent technical qualification and/or experience)

soft skills:

- strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability

- attention to detail and hygiene

- ability to work under pressure and shifts

- good communication and teamwork skills

preferred / advantageous experience

- experience in dairy, juice, or beverage manufacturing

- prior work with uht milk, flavored milk, juices, or yogurt

- exposure to tetra pak or pls machines

working conditions:

- factory/production environment

- shift-based work may be required

- role based in kitwe, zambia 🇿🇲

what we offer:

- competitive salary (based on experience)

- stable employment with a growing fmcg company

- opportunity to work with modern aseptic packaging technology

we are looking for self-driven individuals who think beyond standard procedures, take ownership of their work, and are willing to go the extra mile when required. this role is ideal for someone eager to learn, grow within the organization, and contribute actively to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

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• Experience

  4 Years

• No. of Openings

  2

• Education

  10th Pass

• Role

  Packaging Technician

• Industry Type

  FMCG / Retail / Food / Beverages

• Gender

  Male

• Job Country

  Zambia

• Type of Job

  Full Time

• Work Location Type

  Work from Office