Line Manager: Shift supervisor
Department: Operations Sas van Gent
We are looking for a motivated process operator to work in the Sas van Gent factory during designated shifts. The process operators’ responsibilities are devided into two functional areas where focus differs significantly.
For the back end focused operator, the responsibilities include promoting (food) safe and responsible way of working within the shift; operating the packaging, freezing, palletising equipment and all logistics related activities of the packaging department.
In addition to operating machinery, the back-end operator is responsible for cleaning activities within the packaging department. The back-end operator is expected to perform all duties accurately and ensuring smooth and efficient production.
For the front end focused operators, the responsibilities include promoting (food) safe and responsible way of working within the shift; operating front end fermentation process (nutrient/chemical dosing, feed to fermenter control, fermentation process and heat treatment, …)
In addition to operating machinery, the process operator is responsible for cleaning activities throughout the facility. The process operator is expected to perform all duties accurately and ensuring smooth and efficient production.
The above and below list of activities for both back- and front-end operators is not exhaustive and executing other activities might be requested as per the requirements of the organisation.
Location
Enough B.V.
Nijverheidsstraat 7
4551 LA
Sas van Gent
Netherlands
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for safely executing the tasks that are assigned to the operator both in backend as in front-end.
BACK-END FOCUS
- Preparing and testing the packaging equipment in preparation of production
- Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the high-hygiene zone, the palletising area, the packaging, freezing and palletizing equipment, …
- Responsible for the correct (lot) coding of both single packages and pallets.
- Responsible for taking the appropriate back-end samples in a timely manner.
- Monitor and communicate stock levels of consumables needed for production to avoid stock-outs.
- Operating the packaging, freezing and palletising equipment.
- Responsible to safeguard the cold chain of the product.
- Responsible for logistical movements between palletising equipment and dispatching vehicles.
- Responsible for communicating any deviations in the packaging process (equipment, product, …)
- Responsible of handling & cleaning off spec material and off spec handling equipment.
FRONT-END FOCUS
- Ability to perform all required tasks in the backend.
- Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the nutrient building, fermentation facility and decanter rooms.
- Responsible for communicating any deviations in the nutrient preparation and fermentation process (equipment, product, …)
- Responsible for front end fermentation process: nutrient/chemical dosing, feed to fermenter control, fermentation process and heat treatment.
- Responsible for taking the appropriate samples in a timely manner.
- Conduct basic maintenance and calibration on control systems.
- Monitor and communicate stock levels of consumables needed for production to avoid stock-outs.
- Responsible for logistical movements to facilitate the nutrient preparation and fermentation process.
- Perform 1st line maintenance jobs.
- Monitor performance and ensure duties are performed efficiently.
Requirements of the role:
A successful process Operator displays strong analytical, problem-solving, and written/oral communication skills. He or she is detail-oriented and possess the ability to work independently as required. Computer and interpersonal skills are necessary. The process Operator must be able to multi-task, demonstrate the ability to work under pressure. The ideal candidate shows a high interest and curiosity to learn and develop and display a strong commitment to deliver a product that meets the highest hygienic and food safety standards.
- Process and/or operations/manufacturing experience
- Previous experience in a similar role in the food industry preferable
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Confident problem solver
- Team player
- Affinity with chemical, biochemical and/or food processing industry
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and shows commitment and ownership
This job description is a summary of the main duties of the role but is not exhaustive. It may be reviewed and updated regularly in discussion with the post holder.
