Cigarette Packing Instructor

JT International S.A.•Chapel Hill, NC

14h•Onsite

About The Position

At JTI we celebrate differences, and everyone truly belongs. 46,000 people from all over the world are continuously building their unique success story with us. 83% of employees feel happy working at JTI. To make a difference with us, all you need to do is bring your human best. In this role you will support the development and performance of cigarette packing operations by delivering hands-on technical support and high‑quality training to factory personnel. You will work closely with local factory teams on machinery, quality, and safety initiatives, while contributing to continuous improvement projects and the long-term development of technical capabilities across the organization. TFT is a global JTI GSC function focused on upskilling employees, enhancing efficiency, and eliminating skill-related losses. With a team of more than 50 experts, we provide technical and functional training across multiple factories, supporting performance improvements and complex projects, working under IWS philosophy. Our reach spans 40+ GSC factories, we train 1,500+ technicians each year, execute multiple key technical projects, within the GSC on its IWS journey across JTI’s operations.

Requirements

Vocational High School education
At least 5 years of experience in the tobacco industry, with strong knowledge of cigarette packing equipment
Understanding of technical training methodologies and training delivery
Minimum pre-intermediate English skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Availability for business travel for a minimum of 60% of working time
Ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate with global teams

Nice To Haves

higher technical or teaching education is an advantage
higher proficiency [in English] is considered an advantage

Responsibilities

Provide technical support for cigarette packing operations, focusing on machinery performance, product quality, and safety improvement
Deliver on-the-job and classroom technical training for factory staff, using standardized training methodologies
Support technical projects such as equipment relocation, conversion, commissioning, and process optimization
Conduct technical skills assessments, analyze results, and prepare clear and timely reports
Develop and update training materials, technical documentation, and Training Needs Analysis based on employee progress
Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while maintaining equipment in proper operational condition