The Purpose of the Job

The SIM Card Embedding
Officer is the technical backbone of our smart card manufacturing process. This
role is responsible for operating and meticulously monitoring advanced SIM
embedding equipment to ensure the accurate, secure, and highly efficient
production of SIM cards. You will translate raw plastic and microchips into
fully functional, personalized modules that strictly adhere to customer
specifications, rigorous quality standards, and critical information security
requirements. By maintaining flawless equipment operation, you directly
contribute to operational excellence and ensure that millions of subscribers
receive reliable connectivity.

A Brief Description of the
Person Specs

Our client is looking for a technically adept,
mechanically inclined, and security-conscious professional who thrives in a
high-precision manufacturing environment. You possess a deep respect for
sensitive electronic components and understand that even a micron of
misalignment can render a SIM card useless. You are proactive, observant, and
take ownership of your machinery, treating equipment integrity as paramount. Your
work ethic is defined by meticulous attention to detail, strict adherence to
security protocols, and a relentless drive to minimize waste and maximize
efficiency.

Tasks, Duties &
Responsibilities

·     Operate advanced SIM
embedding machines strictly in accordance with approved operating procedures
and work instructions, ensuring seamless production flow.

·     Precisely set up equipment
and verify critical production parameters (temperature, pressure, alignment,
and speed) before the commencement of each production run.

·     Proactively monitor machine
performance and production output in real-time to ensure optimal efficiency,
accuracy, and minimal downtime.

·     Conduct regular, systematic
quality inspections throughout the production process, verifying chip
placement, encapsulation integrity, and physical appearance.

·     Promptly identify,
document, and report any equipment faults, production anomalies, or material
discrepancies to the maintenance and supervisory teams.

·     Maintain accurate,
detailed, and legible production logs and operational records, ensuring full
traceability of batches and machine performance metrics.

·     Uphold strict compliance
with all information security and confidentiality requirements, safeguarding
sensitive customer data and production keys at all times.

·     Rigorously adhere to
established health, safety, and environmental (HSE) procedures, maintaining a
clean, organized, and hazard-free workspace.

·     Actively minimize
production waste through careful handling of raw materials (chips, tapes,
plastic sheets) and precise machine calibration.

·     Support preventive
maintenance activities and routine equipment housekeeping, ensuring machinery
remains in peak operating condition.

·     Escalate quality deviations
or security incidents immediately to the appropriate supervisor to prevent the
release of non-conforming or compromised products.

·      Actively contribute
to continuous process improvement initiatives and operational efficiency
programmes, suggesting practical enhancements to reduce cycle times and improve
yield.

Skills Forte

   Soft Skills:

·     Mechanical Aptitude: A
natural understanding of machinery, moving parts, and the ability to
troubleshoot basic mechanical or operational issues on the fly.

·     Impeccable Attention to
Detail: You can spot microscopic misalignments in chip placement or subtle
changes in machine acoustics that others would miss.

·     Analytical
Thinking: Ability to correlate machine parameters with product quality,
identifying root causes of production deviations.

·     Integrity & Security
Awareness: An uncompromising attitude towards protecting sensitive
production data and proprietary manufacturing processes.

·     Patience & Methodical
Approach: The ability to perform repetitive, precision-driven tasks
without sacrificing accuracy or concentration over long shifts.

·     Communication: Clear
and concise verbal and written communication skills for reporting shift
performance, logging machine events, and liaising with maintenance teams.

   Technical Skills:

·     Computer Literacy: Proficiency in MS Office
Suite (Excel, Word) for data entry, shift reporting, and recording production
metrics.

·     Machine Interface: Familiarity with
Human-Machine Interface (HMI) panels, PLC controls, or basic production
software interfaces is a significant added advantage.

Core Competencies:

·      Operational excellence, strict process adherence,
proactive fault-finding, effective time management, and collaborative teamwork.

Requirements

   Educational & Professional Qualifications

·     Education: A Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in a relevant
discipline, such as Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering,
Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field.

·     Experience: 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in
machine operation, production, or manufacturing roles, ideally within a
high-precision electronics, semiconductor, or smart card manufacturing
environment.
Experience with pick-and-place machinery, die-attach equipment, or
SIM/personalization processes is a distinct advantage.

Benefits

Remuneration Package

Our client offer a competitive compensation package
designed to attract and retain skilled technical professionals in the high-tech
manufacturing sector:

·      Salary: A competitive monthly gross salary. Commensurate with your qualifications,
level of experience, and specific location. 
Roles based in Nairobi typically
command the higher end of this scale, reflecting the highly specialized
technical nature of chip embedding.

·      Shift
Allowance: An additional shift
allowance will be provided for officers working non-standard hours or rotating
shifts where applicable.

·      Benefits:

o   Comprehensive health insurance coverage (inpatient
and outpatient).

o   Pension/Retirement plan contributions (NSSF and
additional company schemes).

o   Generous annual leave entitlement and paid public
holiday benefits.

·      Perks: A stable, secure working environment within
the dynamic telecommunications manufacturing sector, with access to ongoing
technical training, machine certification opportunities, and clear career
progression pathways within the organization.