Hard Skills
EntryManual Material HandlingThe physical ability to lift, carry, and maneuver heavy tobacco hogsheads and raw materials safely and efficiently.
IntermediateHydraulic Press OperationOperating specialized pressing machinery used to compact tobacco leaves into large storage barrels (hogsheads).
EntryIndustrial Health and Safety ComplianceStrict adherence to safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and following machine guarding procedures.
IntermediateQuality Control MonitoringInspecting tobacco leaves for moisture levels and foreign materials while verifying weight accuracy of filled hogsheads.
EntrySanitation and MaintenanceCleaning and performing basic maintenance on filling machinery and workstations to ensure a safe and hygienic processing environment.