Experience: At least two (2) years as a line cooker in the food manufacturing industry.Formal qualificationsMatricResponsibilitiesEnsure that line sterilization is done on Monday, Wednesday & Friday.
The Pasto/Cooker and the Coolers need to be >104 degrees Celsius for 10 minutes.
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Every 40 hoursEnsure correct manufacturing processes & parameters.
Ensure correct amount of rework is added to batchEnsure that each batch of product is pasteurized as instructed on recipe before transfer to CoolersEnsure correct manufacturing processes & parameters.
Ensure correct amount of rework is added to batchEnsure correct quantity and quality to the required specifications.
Ensure correct brix is checked at holding timeFollow correct cooking procedures as well as the exact cooling procedures.
Fill in correct times and names on cooking and recipe sheetsDocumentation to be completed in full and correctly.
Fill in correct times and names on cooking and recipe sheetsFollow all Company policies and safety procedures.
Ensure good working relationships with colleagues and supervisorsFollow shift change over policies by communicating any problems to the new shiftFill in the starting times & finishing times on the cooking time sheetEnsure that there are no foreign objects in product.
Ensure that the packer takes a bucket of sludge from the filter to be given to Q.CInform Supervisor and QC department if any variations exist between RM and batch weightEnsure correct batch, batch code and size are correctly loaded.Ensure high hygiene levels by reporting to cleaner if soap dispensers are empty, ensuring good hygiene practices and keeping the work area cleanReport to Supervisor any variations from quality standards and proceduresReport to Supervisor any variations from quality standards and proceduresProvide total efficient manufacturing in all departmentsAll injuries of any kind should be reported to the supervisor and First Aid Officer immediatelyRemove all empty containers and empty pallets to designated areas.
Remove all empty bags and dirtInform maintenance department of any technical and mechanical problemsEnsure that there are enough raw materials for the days batchesEnsure proper micro samples are taken by packer per line and for the specific dayAdhere to GMP & HACCP policies, ensure that the Food Safety Policy is followed at all times, report to Supervisor or HACCP Team Leader if any problems occurAll utensils, equipment and machinery are to be clean and sanitizedEnsure that the metal detector is working/functioning properly when packing batches at all timesFill in and sign the metal detector sheet daily/on each shiftEnsure that packing filter/bazooka is sterilized/steamed for >104 degrees Celsius for 5 minutes before packing each batch of product at sterilization all timesFill in times and temperature on packing time sheet to ensure packing is doneFollow correct packing procedures as well as the exact cooling procedures and packing pump speedsDocumentation to be completed in full and correctly.
Fill in correct times and names on packing, tank sterilization and tank labelsEnsure tanks are packed with the correct weights and that they are labelled correctly and clearlyEnsure that there are enough raw/packing materials for the days batchesTo comply with the applicable compliance guidelinesAnd any other tasks necessary for the conduct of the business as the employer may from time to time directCommit to act according to the key management principles and the safety-first culture as defined in the Safety-first policy Inherent requirements for the positionExcellent communication skillsAttention to detailWork well under pressureEffective problem-solving skillsAwareness of safety regulations and practicesComputer literacy (Microsoft Office package)Physically capable of moving loaded drums and other containersShortlisted candidates will be expected to undergo psychometric testing and background screening.
Applicants who fulfil the abovementioned requirements are invited to apply for the position by following the link:
