Machine Assistant

About Essity

Essity is a global leader in health and hygiene, operating a manufacturing plant in Ponda, Goa. As a multi-billion-dollar enterprise, Essity is dedicated to enhancing well-being worldwide through cutting-edge brands focused on Professional Hygiene, Consumer Goods, and Health & Medical Solutions. Working at Essity offers more than a career; it presents an opportunity to contribute directly to creating a healthier, safer, and more hygienic world through impactful, sustainable innovations.

Role Overview

We seek experienced Machine Assistants within the blue-collar category who demonstrate our core values, embrace challenges, innovate, experiment, and adapt quickly. The Machine Assistant will be responsible for supporting the operation of a production line manufacturing medical device products according to strict specifications and Standard Operating Procedures. As part of a shift team, the assistant will provide operational support to the machinery.

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere strictly to EOGL Health, Safety, and Environment standards.
• Efficiently operate process equipment while maintaining process control standards.
• Handle the operation, setup, monitoring, and troubleshooting of ancillary or support machines such as printers linked to the main machine.
• Perform tool changeovers on machines except those requiring expert technical skills.
• Ensure the availability of materials and resources necessary for effective machine operation.
• Maintain product quality by frequently checking specifications, rejecting or isolating any non-conforming items.
• Complete all documentation and data entries reflecting machine operation, such as Batch Manufacturing Records (BMR), in-process inspections, loss data, process failures, machine failures, and related registers.
• Manage rework of quarantined materials during own shift and ensure their clearance.
• Address and resolve process failures with adequate support.
• Communicate constraints and feedback constructively across shifts.
• Assist investigations related to CAPA, complaints, or deviations within scope.
• Maintain excellent Good Hygiene Practice (GHP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Ensure smooth communication with previous and next shifts and other relevant stakeholders.
• Supervise and guide packing line operators attached to the machine.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum education: High School plus ITI or Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical disciplines.
• At least 3 years of experience as a Machine Assistant in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong internal written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive problem-solving ability.
• Willingness to work in shift schedules.

What We Offer

Our mission, "Breaking Barriers to Well-Being," drives every action. Join us to enhance well-being, foster positive societal and environmental change, and gain a rewarding career in a supportive, empowering atmosphere where innovation and collaboration thrive.

Additional Details

• Location: Ponda, Goa
• Application Deadline: 15 October 2026
• Job Requisition ID: Essity263646