British American Tobacco plc (informally BAT) is a British multinational tobacco company headquartered in London, United Kingdom.

It is one of the world’s five largest tobacco companies. BAT has a market-leading position in over 50 countries and operations in around 180 countries. Its four largest-selling brands are Dunhill, Lucky Strike, Kent and …
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Senior Making Technician

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience5 years
• LocationOyo
• CityIbadan
• Job FieldEngineering / Technical 

Job Description

• We have exciting opportunities for a Making Specialist and a Senior Making Technician in Ibadan
• The Making Specialist and Technician will service, maintain and attend to breakdowns of production / making equipment as well as carrying out training for operators and technicians on all making machines on SMD floor.

Responsibilities
Your key responsibilities will include:

• Ensure that all making machines on the floor runs optimally and consistently all the time.
• Develop database of tracking spares consumption and ensure that there is availability of necessary spares to keep making machine running all the time thereby reducing downtime associated with stock out of spares.
• Support in deploying sound maintenance practices, ensuring that inventory is maintained at a very low level, product quality and waste is at the right standards.
• Lead and attend to all maker Projects and NPI and deliver all related initiatives.
• Lead all maker training and assessment for both operators and technician and also involved in the technical coaching & development of maker technicians.
• Work with Maintenance Leads and other stake holders to provide innovative solution to all making Machine problems.

Requirements

• Minimum of Engineering Degree or HND is required with 2nd class upper or upper credit respectively – mandatory.
• At least 5 years of experience in running and maintaining cigarette making machines – mandatory.
• Good IWS knowledge.
• Strong technical and maintenance skills.
• Communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills.

What we offer you?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn’t limited by boundaries; it’s propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn’t just a statement – it’s a reality we’re eager to build together.
• Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You’ll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to British American Tobacco on careers.bat.com to apply