Experienced Pouch & Bag Making Machine Operator

About the role

Almotakamila Flexible Packaging, which supplies flexible packaging, printing and prepress solutions, is looking for an experienced Pouch and Bag Making Machine Operator for a full-time, on-site position in Baghdad (Yusufiya). The operator sets up and runs single-layer and two-layer pouch-making machines and bag-making machines, keeps production running smoothly and ensures finished products meet approved specifications.

Key responsibilities

• Set up, operate and monitor single-layer and two-layer pouch-making machines and bag-making machines.
• Adjust machine speed, temperature, tension, sealing pressure, cutting and other operating parameters.
• Load materials, complete machine setup and product changeovers.
• Monitor pouch and bag dimensions, sealing quality, cutting accuracy and finished-product appearance.
• Inspect products continuously and ensure compliance with approved specifications and quality standards.
• Identify basic operating problems, perform minor machine adjustments and report mechanical, electrical or production faults to the supervisor or Maintenance Department.
• Record production quantities, material waste, downtime and operating observations.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality Control and Maintenance teams to minimise downtime and meet targets.
• Follow workplace safety, hygiene and housekeeping procedures.

Required profile

• Proven hands-on experience operating single-layer pouch-making, two-layer pouch-making and bag-making machines.
• Good understanding of flexible packaging materials and pouch and bag production requirements.
• Ability to inspect sealing quality, dimensions and cutting accuracy, and to identify and troubleshoot defects.
• Ability to read production orders, technical specifications and quality-control instructions.
• Good communication skills and attention to detail; able to work on-site within assigned shifts.
• Technical or vocational training in mechanical, electrical, industrial or a related field is an advantage.