Machine Operator - Dairy Processing

About the role

A leading FMCG company is hiring a Machine Operator to run and maintain dairy processing equipment. The operator must keep production targets, product quality and food safety standards met, following set-up, routine maintenance, troubleshooting and strict adherence to SOPs and HSE requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Set up and prepare production equipment and materials before each production order.
• Operate dairy processing equipment safely and efficiently in line with approved SOPs.
• Monitor machine performance so products meet quality and food safety specifications.
• Carry out routine inspections, cleaning and basic maintenance.
• Report faults and maintenance needs to the Team Lead and support troubleshooting and minor repairs.
• Maintain accurate production, maintenance and operational records.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, machinery safety and HSE procedures, and keep the production area clean and safe.
• Support junior operators, report unsafe practices and deviations, recommend improvements, and take part in waste management.
• Carry out other duties assigned by the Production Team Lead or Shift Supervisor.

Required profile

• Minimum National Diploma (ND) in Engineering, Food Technology, Food Science or a related discipline.
• 2-4 years of hands-on experience operating production equipment, preferably in dairy or FMCG manufacturing.
• Experience with dairy equipment such as pasteurizers, separators, homogenizers and retort machines.
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, quality requirements, SOPs, machinery safety and HSE.
• Organized, good time management and problem-solving skills; able to work in a team and meet production targets.