Process Operator

National Food Products Company | NFPC Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

National Food Products Company | NFPC Group in Abu Dhabi seeks an Operator - Processing to manage UHT processing for dairy and juice products. The role requires ensuring product safety, maintaining SOPs, and achieving minimal downtime through careful monitoring and routine CIP tasks.

Ideal candidates hold a Dairy Technology degree with 2+ years in dairy manufacturing or food processing and hands-on TPM systems experience to optimize mixing and CIP operations while upholding strict HACCP and GMP

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Dairy Technology or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a dairy manufacturing or food processing environment.
• Strong knowledge of CIP operations, including daily and weekly care of UHT and pasteurization lines.
• Hands-on experience with TPM systems and product mixing procedures.
• Solid understanding and practical application of HACCP and GMP food safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor UHT treatment systems and Aseptic tanks per SOPs.
• Verify and complete pre-operation and post-operation checklists; report deviations.
• Monitor UHT parameters every 30 minutes and document readings.
• Identify abnormalities affecting product safety and escalate to supervisor.
• Follow SOPs for UHT and Aseptic tank operations.
• Perform CIP operations per production SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and hygiene standards.
• Adhere to HACCP, GMP and food safety procedures.
• Minimize product losses and reduce downtime during operations.
• Operate within defined processing parameters per SOPs.
• Carry out daily and weekly equipment care activities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Dairy Technology or related field

Tools

TPM (Tetra Pak Master) systems

Product mixing procedures

Job description

With an incredible portfolio of food & beverage products, NFPC currently has an exciting opportunity for a talented Operator - Processing to join our team.

JOB PURPOSE

The position holder is responsible for the execution and monitoring of Ultra High Temperature (UHT) processing for dairy and juice products within the processing section (Milk, Flavored Milk, Juices, and Nectars). The role requires sound knowledge of long-shelf-life product treatment and strict adherence to food safety and quality standards to minimize the risk of product contamination during UHT operations.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor UHT treatment systems and Aseptic (Al Safe) tanks in accordance with approved procedures.
• Verify and complete pre-operation and post-operation checklists daily; promptly report any deviations to the Production Supervisor and Maintenance Department.
• Monitor UHT treatment parameters and Aseptic tanks at regular intervals (every 30 minutes) and accurately document all readings.
• Identify abnormalities that may impact product safety and take immediate action, including temporary production stoppage, and escalat to the supervisor for further action.
• Strictly follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for UHT treatment and Aseptic tank operations.
• Perform Cleaning-In-Place (CIP) operations in accordance with approved production SOPs.
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety requirements and personal hygiene standards.
• Adhere to HACCP, GMP, and food safety procedures at all times.
• Apply process knowledge to minimize product losses and reduce downtime during operations.
• Operate within defined processing parameters as per SOPs and technical guidelines.
• Carry out daily and weekly equipment care activities in accordance with SOP requirements.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Dairy Technology or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in a dairy manufacturing or food processing environment.
• Strong knowledge of CIP operations, including daily and weekly care of UHT and pasteurization lines.
• Hands-on experience with Tetra Pak Master (TPM) systems and product mixing procedures.
• Solid understanding and practical application of food safety and hygiene principles (HACCP, GMP).