Machine Operator

AB Zuid-Holland; Middelharnis; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Permanent contract potential

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Training programs

Job summary

AB Zuid-Holland is seeking a Machine Operator for its food production facility. You will operate packaging machines, ensure correct quantities, and uphold strict quality and hygiene standards.

Reporting to the production team leader, you’ll join a tight-knit team, participate in changeovers, and contribute to process improvements while aiming for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• MBO-level education with practical thinking and problem solving.
• Experience operating production machinery, preferably packaging lines.
• Technical insight with focus on quality and food safety standards.
• Willing to work at least 32 hours per week and day shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate, fill, and adjust packaging machines during changeovers.
• Independently resolve minor malfunctions to keep production running.
• Collaborate with maintenance and technical teams for larger issues.
• Keep machines and the workplace clean and organized.
• Contribute ideas for process improvements.

Skills

Machine operation

Packaging machines

Quality standards

Food safety

Teamwork

Maintenance basics

Education

MBO-level education

Tools

Packaging machinery

Job description

What you'll be doingAs a Machine Operator, you play an important role in the food production process. In this position, everything revolves around quality, continuity, and technology. On a daily basis, you work with modern packaging machines that process raw materials into semi-finished and finished products. The Machine Operator ensures that the correct quantities are produced, that the machines run optimally, and that the products meet strict quality and hygiene standards. The workday starts by reviewing the production schedule and preparing the production line. As a Machine Operator, you operate, fill, and adjust the machines during product changeovers. You independently resolve minor malfunctions so that production can continue without interruption. In the case of larger technical issues, you collaborate with the technical department and also perform basic maintenance yourself. Keeping the machines and the workplace clean is also part of your daily responsibilities. Within the team, you have a responsible role. You maintain oversight, identify deviations in the process, and intervene when necessary. The Machine Operator works closely with fellow operators, production staff, and the technical department. You report to the production team leader and actively contribute ideas for process improvements. Due to this broad responsibility, there is room to develop yourself and grow within the organization.You'll receiveSalary starting from €3,000 gross per month, depending on experience and knowledgeTravel allowance for commutingOpportunity for a permanent contract upon good performancePension scheme and holiday allowanceCompany training programs and internal growth opportunitiesDay shifts, Monday through FridayThe ideal candidateHas MBO-level education and working/thinking abilityHas initial experience operating production machinery, preferably packaging machinesHas technical insight and works accurately in accordance with quality and food safety standardsIs available for at least 32 hours per week and able to work day shiftsTakes responsibility and has a practical and solution-oriented work attitudeWhere you'll workThis company operates in the food industry and supplies products to the retail, B2B, and industrial sectors. Innovation, quality, and flexibility are at the core of its operations. The organization specializes in packaging a variety of food products, including nuts, seeds, croutons, and pasta. Within the production environment, great attention is paid to detail to ensure the highest quality standards are consistently met. Together with a close-knit team, you help ensure that products are delivered to customers on time and in perfect condition. Here, you will have the opportunity to further develop your skills in a dynamic work environment where teamwork and efficiency are key prioritiesSpecialsDon't have much experience yet? Then you're more than welcome at this company.