SPECIALISED BLOWN FILM EXTRUSION OPERATOR – Plastic Packaging (Pty) Ltd 17 views

Most employers require at least a Grade 12 certificate with strong marks in Mathematics and Physical Science, plus a relevant technical certificate or diploma in polymer processing, mechanical engineering, or a related manufacturing field. In-house machine-specific training is common, and prior experience on blown film lines is often preferred over formal qualifications alone.

You would set up, start, and monitor the blown film extrusion machine, adjusting temperature, air pressure, and haul-off speed to maintain correct film thickness and width. Daily duties also include quality checks, troubleshooting minor faults, changing raw material batches, and recording production output and waste.

Plastic packaging factories in Namibia typically run continuous production, so you should expect rotating shifts, including night shift and weekend work. The culture is generally safety-focused and team-oriented, with strong emphasis on punctuality, machine uptime, and following standard operating procedures.

With proven machine efficiency and reliability, you can progress to senior operator, shift supervisor, or production team leader. Further growth into quality control, maintenance planning, or plant management is possible if you complete additional technical or supervisory training.

Benefits usually include paid annual leave, sick leave, and often a pension or provident fund contribution, with medical aid sometimes offered depending on the employer. Shift allowances, overtime pay, and production bonuses may also apply, but these vary by company policy.

Apply with a concise CV that highlights hands-on extrusion or similar machine operating experience, technical training, and a clean safety record. Namibian employers value practical reliability, willingness to work shifts, and references that confirm your attendance and problem-solving ability on the factory floor.