* - 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)
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