Technical Apprentice

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World. To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together! British American Tobacco Zambia has an exciting opportunity for a Apprenticeship in Lusaka.Zambia business directory To learn to operate at least one of the following technologies in SMD; a Protos Cigarette Maker or a GD Cigarette Packer or a KDF Filter Maker, including learning basic machine settings, learning basic maintenance on the same and product quality inspection standards in SMD in order to consistently achieve set quality parameters. Your key responsibilities will include: Learn to operate a Protos Cigarette Maker or a GD Cigarette Packer or a KDF Filter Maker efficiently Learn to carry out basic machine settings e.g. changing garniture tape, knives & settings such circumference control during production Learn to monitor product quality and record the data on quality checklists and take corrective measures as and when necessary. Report machine running faults and corrective measures taken on machine cards on hourly basis and recommend preventive maintenance, when necessary, by filling in maintenance request forms. Learn to check all machine detectors and interlocks by simulation to ensure their proper functioning. Monitor and control waste from the machines by making proper machine settings or requesting a competent person to do it Maintain the work environment in a clean and safe state Participate in maintenance when required as part of development & training process What are we looking for? Diploma in Electrical/ Mechanical Maximum 1 years of experience as this is an apprenticeship / no experience considered Mechanical and electrical exposure throughout the school Interpersonal skills needed and driven to learn and to demonstrate the learned skills Someone who is confident in wha