Machine Operator

Job Category: On Site
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Nakasi
Expiry Date: 30 Jul 2026

Job Brief

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 Senior Team Leader, the Machine Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining production equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent manufacturing in line with quality and performance targets.

What You Will Do

  • Operate machinery to meet defined production targets (output, OEE, scrap, downtime)
  • Ensure machines are consistently operating at Run-to-Standard conditions
  • Support achievement of shift targets by maintaining stable machine performance
  • Monitor machine output and adjust operations within standard parameters
  • Minimise downtime by responding to minor stoppages and escalating issues promptly
  • Maintain consistent production flow to meet shift expectations
  • Actively participate in CIL (Cleaning, Inspection, Lubrication) activities as a core responsibility

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
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing / TPM practices
  • Familiarity with autonomous maintenance (CIL)
  • 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 wellbeing 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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