GRADUATE TRAINEE OPERATOR (SOYA PREPARATORY LINE)

About Company:

Golden Oil Industries Limited is a pioneer in the refined vegetable oil industry in Nigeria. Incorporated in 1988, it has grown into a household name, focusing on providing healthy oil as a cooking medium for consumers across Nigeria.

Their comprehensive mission emphasizes excellence, from sourcing premium raw materials to the final artful bottling of vegetable oils. Through state-of-the-art extraction, refining, and bottling processes, they deliver high-quality products to nourish the nation and promote health in Africa.

Job Description:

• The Soya Preparatory Line Operator will play a crucial role in our production process. 
• You will oversee the preparatory line operations, ensuring the efficient processing of soya beans into high-quality oil products. 
• Your responsibilities include operating and maintaining the preparatory line equipment, adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and housekeeping standards, and ensuring the production of top-grade soya oil.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Operation: Operate and monitor the soya preparatory line equipment, including cleaners, dehullers, and extruders, to process soya beans efficiently and extract high-quality oil.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct regular quality checks on processed soya oil, adjust processing parameters as needed, and ensure compliance with quality specifications. Implement corrective actions to maintain product quality.
• Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Perform routine maintenance on preparatory line equipment, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with the maintenance team for repairs. Keep equipment in optimal working condition to ensure uninterrupted production.
• Safety and Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols, industry regulations, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards. Identify potential safety hazards and take preventive measures. Report incidents promptly and participate in safety training programs.
• Process Optimization: Continuously monitor preparatory line processes, identify areas for improvement, and implement optimization strategies to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall productivity.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of production activities, equipment readings, quality control data, maintenance tasks, and housekeeping duties. Prepare reports and documentation as required by management.
• Housekeeping and GMP: Ensure cleanliness and organization within the preparatory line area, adhering to GMP standards. Regularly clean equipment, dispose of waste properly and maintain a tidy workspace to create a safe and hygienic environment.

Requirements:

• B.Sc. or equivalent. Additional technical education or certification in food processing, Mechanical engineering, or related fields is preferred. 
• Minimum of 0-3 years of experience operating refining equipment in the food processing industry, specifically in Soya oil processing.
• Strong understanding of soya oil processing, preparatory line equipment operation, and troubleshooting. Familiarity with PLC systems and automated controls is advantageous.
• Knowledge of safety protocols, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.
• Ability to conduct precise quality checks, maintain accurate records, adjust processing parameters, and ensure cleanliness in the preparatory line area, meeting SOP, and GMP cleanliness standards.
• Good communication skills to coordinate with team members and report operational status effectively.

Salary

Application Closing Date: 31st May, 2025

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: nnenna@goldenoiltd.com Copying: bassey@activa.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail