Process Technician

At GBfoods we offer culinary solutions in several countries of Europe and Africa with prestigious leading local brands, including Jumbo, Gallina Blanca, Erasco, Gino, Liebig, Star, Bama, D&L, Grand'Italia and Blå Band, among others.

Our Purpose “Celebrating local flavours” is to empower and take care of each of the local communities we belong to and to bring out their authentic flavours. Some of our local brands have been in consumers' kitchens for over a century and have positioned themselves as authentically loved brands, as well as deeply rooted parts of the local culture.

Today, with a turnover of around 1,4 billion euros and a team of around 3,600 people, we are the preferred choice of millions of consumers.

Purpose of Role:

The purpose of this position is to provide basic essential skills required for direct application on the production process.

Results / Accountabilities

1.         Confirm the product to be produced with the shift supervisor and coordinate with the lab for the required recipe.

2.        Establish specifications for bulk paste i.e., Colour, Brix, Bostwick, Brightness, pH, Acidity, Acid Ratio, Reducing Sugar at the start of operation.

3.        Strictly follow ingredient dosage according to formulary card

4.        Mix adequate proportion of required raw material for production of FG under the best temperature for utmost specification level.

5.        Check quality of each blend (batchwise)

6.        Monitor gauges, valves or other indicators to make sure the machine is running efficiently.

7.        Monitor process parameters such as vacuum, temperature, pressure and adjust to keep process in specified limits.

8.        Ensure materials wastage due to spillage are accounted for.

9.        Inspect equipment to determine malfunctioning valves, breakages, and leaks.

10.     Responsible for supplying product to filling section and maintaining product quality.

11.       Coordinate samples for lab analysis and ensure product are within specification.

12.      Conduct start- up and shutdown process

13.      Ensure CIP is done regularly and on time.

14.      Keep accurate records of all data required.

15.      Recommend changes and improvements of equipment to superior.

What can you expect from us?

Working for GBfood will offer you a wide variety of career opportunities that will enable you to utilize your full potential. In addition to local and global developmental opportunities, we provide employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plan and much more.

What do we expect from you?

We are looking for someone who is committed, action oriented, problem solver and excellent relationship skills, pays attention to detail and is ready to explore the opportunities and challenges that the role brings.