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Machinist (Lathe Machine Operator)
260 Brands Lusaka, Zambia
Employer and vacancy source: 260 Brands
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- Employer260 Brands
- LocationLusaka, Zambia
- Employer websitewww.260brands.com
- Application methodExternal application link
- Listing sourceZambia Job Alerts
Key details for this vacancy
- Employer
- 260 Brands
- Location
- Lusaka, Zambia
- Posted
- November 13, 2026
- Closing date
- Apply by December 13, 2026
- Job type
- Full Time
- Category
- Manufacturing/FMCG
- Application method
- External application link
Job description
260 BRANDS (SEBA FOODS ZAMBIA LTD)
Taste the Good Life — WE ARE HIRING!
260 Brands is a leading manufacturer of high-quality consumer food and beverage products in Lusaka, Zambia. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Machinist (Lathe Machine Operator) to join our engineering and maintenance workshop team.
Role Overview:
The Machinist plays a critical role in engineering maintenance and workshop operations by fabricating, repairing, and precision-machining mechanical parts and equipment components to ensure maximum plant uptime and operational efficiency.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Craft Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Lathe Machine Operation, Machining, or a closely related technical field.
- Minimum 3–5 years’ hands-on experience in industrial machining or maintenance workshop environments.
- Proficiency in setting up and operating manual and CNC / lathe machines, milling machines, drill presses, and grinders.
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical diagrams.
- Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, vernier calipers, dial gauges).
- Strong problem-solving skills, mechanical aptitude, and safety adherence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Machine and fabricate replacement components, shafts, bushings, gears, and fittings according to precision engineering specifications.
- Perform routine inspections and corrective machining for factory processing lines and packaging machinery.
- Maintain workshop machine tools and equipment in pristine operational order.
- Collaborate closely with maintenance technicians, millwrights, and engineering supervisors on plant overhauls.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should email their CV and relevant qualifications to:
careers@260brands.com with “Machinist” in the subject line.
Candidate Assessment Survey:
Candidates are also required to fill in the short candidate assessment survey online at:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SCS9HR2
For more detailed information on roles and responsibilities, visit: www.260brands.com/careers/
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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