*JOB DESCRIPTION - Machine Operator

*Company:* Zenith Food Global

*Reports to:* Main Chef / Production Supervisor

*1. JOB SUMMARY:*

Operate, monitor, and maintain Chikki (peanut jaggery) and Candy making batches efficiently, safely, and hygienically.

*2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:*

*A) Machine Operation:*

- Operate Roaster, Jaggery melting kettle, Mixer, Cutting & Forming machine (Chikki)

- Operate Sugar melting, Cooking, Cooling belt, Wrapping machine (Candy)

- Set temperature (e.g., Jaggery 110-120°C, Sugar 140°C), speed, cutting size

- Daily start-up & shutdown, check jamming/overheating, report issues

*B) Production & Quality:*

- Weigh peanuts, jaggery, sugar, glucose as per recipe

- Maintain uniform size: Chikki 8-10mm thickness, Candy 5g weight

- Sample check for Chef tasting

- Maintain log: Produced / Wastage / Breakage

*C) Cleaning & Maintenance (with your 4 cleaning staff):*

- Daily cleaning before & after shift, weekly oiling/greasing

- Change blades, belts, molds when worn out





- Keep area free from sticky jaggery/sugar

*D) Safety & Hygiene:*

- PPE compulsory: Gloves, Hairnet, Apron, Safety Shoes, Mask

- Know Emergency Stop & Fire extinguisher

- Follow FSSAI hygiene - No loose clothes near machines

*E) Coordination:*

- Work with 1 Main Chef for recipe, guide 3 trainees for loading/unloading

*3. REQUIRED SKILLS:*

- Basic machine knowledge, able to stand 6-8 hrs, lift 15-20kg bags

- Attention to color/size, basic counting/weighing

- Teamwork with Chef, Trainees, Cleaners

*4. QUALIFICATION:*

- 10th/12th or ITI (Fitter/Electrician/Food Processing preferred)

- 1-3 years experience in chikki/candy/bakery/food factory (Fresh ITI can be trained)

- Age 20-40

Pay: ₹16,500.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Perks:

- Food provided
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

📌 Machinery Operator (Agasteeswaram)
🏢 ZENITH INFOTECH
📍 Agasteeswaram