Process Machine Operator

About the Role

SNF Foods Limited, a leading FMCG marketing and distribution company in Nigeria, is seeking a competent and experienced Process Machine Operator to join our dynamic production team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day margarine processing operations, ensuring optimal production efficiency, product consistency, and compliance with top-tier food safety and quality standards.

• Operate and monitor margarine processing equipment, including blending tanks, agitators, dosing systems, emulsifiers, heat exchangers, and crystallization systems.
• Follow approved formulations, batch sheets, process instructions, and production schedules precisely.
• Ensure correct dosing and mixing of oils, fats, water phase, emulsifiers, and other approved ingredients.
• Monitor critical process parameters such as temperature, flow, mixing time, pressure, and cooling conditions.
• Conduct routine quality checks on emulsion consistency and collaborate with the Quality Control team.
• Perform equipment start-up, shutdown, cleaning, and changeovers in strict compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Accurately record batch details, ingredient usage, process parameters, and overall production output.
• Identify process deviations promptly and report any equipment or product-quality issues immediately.
• Maintain a safe and hygienic working environment by strictly adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and workplace safety policies.

• OND or Diploma in Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in edible oils, margarine, dairy, or general food processing environments.
• Practical understanding of food processing equipment, mixing, dosing, and temperature-controlled operations.
• Demonstrated ability to follow strict formulations, SOPs, and detailed batch documentation.
• Strong basic troubleshooting skills with a solid awareness of food hygiene, allergens, and process safety.

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skills development within a thriving FMCG environment.
• Health insurance and other attractive staff welfare benefits.

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