Fruit Plant Jobs – Process Operator – Soroti Fruits Limited (SOFTE)

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Job Title:    Process Operator

Organisation: Soroti Fruits Limited (SOFTE)

Duty Station: Uganda

Reports to: Production Supervisor

 

About US:

Soroti Fruits Limited (SOFTE) is a fruit processing plant and a subsidiary of Uganda Development Corporation (UDC). The company will also produce ready to drink fruit juice as well as concentrates from Ugandan produced fruits notably Oranges, Mangoes and Pineapples.

 

Job Summary:  The Process Operator will safely and efficiently use manufacturing implements/ machines to produce high quality products in time as required.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

  • Preventive and autonomous maintenance of production machines
  • Operate production machines efficiently
  • Control wastage of materials
  • Ensuring that the products produced are of good quality.
  • Adhere to health and safety practices.
  • Check the materials provided to ensure rightful amounts and materials are provided.
  • Inspect the machines regularly to ensure they are in good and operational condition.
  • Oversee good housekeeping in the plant and especially around the machine areas.
  • Detect and report any faults or defects to the plant Maintenance Team.
  • Liaise with the Production Team in conducting spot quality assurance systems inspections and audit.
  • Ensure compliance to Staff, Material, and Equipment Health, Environment and Safety regulations.
  • Participate in scheduled Stock Takings.
  • Participate in Procurement Planning.
  • Supervise, mentor, motivate and guide any staff below your level.
  • Perform any other duties reasonably assigned by the Production Supervisor


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Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • The applicant must hold a Diploma in Mechanical and Production Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Food Processing and Technology or related field.
  • Higher Diploma in a relevant field is an added advantage.
  • One year of experience from Food/Fruits Processing or in any FMCG Factory.
  • In depth understanding of Basic Engineering Procedures and Principles.
  • In depth understanding of Best Machine Operation Practices.
  • Ability to positively deliver under pressure.
  • Good verbal, written communication skills, staff mentoring and supervisory skills.
  • Team work and good leadership skills.
  • Adequate IT and Analytical skills.
  • Ability to do Precision Work.
  • Awareness of Factory Safety and Health Regulations.

 

How to Apply:

All applications must be accompanied with a detailed CV, Copies of academic transcripts and certificates, National ID, Telephone contact, Names and addresses of three referees in one pdf attachment. All applications must be sent to mail hr@softe.co.ug and should be addressed to:

 

The Chief Executive Officer,

Soroti Fruits Limited,

Plot 1-4, Pineapple Road, Soroti Industrial & Business Park, Arapai,

P.O. Box 154, Soroti. Uganda

 

Deadline: 7th October 2022 by 5:00pm

 

NB: Females are encouraged to apply.

 

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