Face Shield Production Assistant (34)

Vacancy   January 1, 2022
Type:
Administrative
Category:
Contract
Section:
Innovative Design Studio
Deadline:
January 9, 2022    [ Receiving Applications Closed ]

Location: Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS), Blantyre

Duration: 3 months

Application Deadline: 9th January, 2022

JOB SUMMARY

MUBAS through its Design Studio seeks passionate youths to fill the post of Face Shield Production Assistant for the UNDP Malawi-funded activity, a project launched to support local production of personal protective equipment (PPE) and other COVID-fighting supplies. The Project aims at building local capacity to combat the current pandemic and prepare for the eventuality of future pandemics.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Undertake face shields manufacturing and assembly activities;
  • Package manufactured face shields as needed;
  • Operate, maintain and clean manufacturing equipment in accordance with guidelines;
  • Perform routine monitoring/cleaning required in the production environments;
  • Conduct in-process inspections to assure products meet quality specifications;
  • Clean and sterilize glassware and production materials as needed;
  • Correctly identify all abnormal components and notify the Supervisor; and
  • Operate and maintain automated production equipment.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Diploma or first degree
  • Previous experience operating automated equipment and handcraft tools and/or assembly experience is preferred.
  • Basic computer skills required (Word, Excel).
  • Basic math skills 
  • Excellent documentation skills 
  • Ability to read, understand and follow all guidelines.
  • Self-starter, detail oriented, organized, prioritize and balance workloads and timelines and be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written and oral communications skills along with the ability to interact with Manufacturing and Quality.
  • Able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting with peers and colleagues in a cross-functional setting.
  • Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

HOW TO APPLY

Candidates should fill in the online application form accessed at the following link

https://forms.gle/5FeASJjPfmWz1GVG7 

Note: As part of completing the online application form, candidates are required to draft a covering letter addressed to the contact given below, and upload it back onto the online form; 

Registrar

Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences

Private Bag 303

Chichiri

Blantyre 3

Attention: Design Studio Manager