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Mechanical Engineering

Machine Operator

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80% of people earn:
28K - 63K KES
10% earn less lthan 28K KES
10% earns more than 63K KES

Salaries in the survey are expressed in gross.

Based on the Kenya.paylab.com salary survey, 80% of people on the Machine Operator position in the Kenya earn between 28,471 KES and 63,207 KES monthly gross.

10% of employees earn less than 28,471 KES and 10% of people earn more than 63,207 KES.

The survey is based on data from employees, cleaned of extreme and duplicate values.

Description of job position

  • Operating and monitoring machinery and equipment to ensure efficient production processes.
  • Conducting routine inspections and maintenance on machines to ensure optimal performance.
  • Setting up machines for production runs, including adjusting settings and calibrating equipment as needed.
  • Troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues that may arise during operation.
  • Adhering to safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Maintaining accurate production records and reporting any discrepancies to supervisors.
  • Collaborating with team members to meet production targets and improve operational efficiency.
  • Cleaning and organizing work areas to ensure a tidy and safe workspace.
  • Assisting in training new operators on machine operation and safety procedures.
  • Participating in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production quality and efficiency.

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Position Machine Operator - Mechanical Engineering in the labour market

In the salary ranking,
the job position takes

770. place

Women representation in position

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Average age of respondent by position

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796. place

Nursery School Teacher Assistant

Education, Science & Research

Salary group 1

22,238 - 48,445 KES

771. place

Chambermaid

Tourism, Gastronomy, Hotel Business

Salary group 2

28,806 - 61,580 KES

770. place

Machine Operator

Mechanical Engineering

Salary group 2

28,471 - 63,207 KES

769. place

General Labourer

General labour

Salary group 2

29,627 - 61,583 KES

1. place

Chief Executive Officer

Top Management

Salary group 3

93,032 - 452,962 KES

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