Operator Treatment line Heerenveen (36 hours)

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  • Heerenveen
  • 36 per week
  • Full-time

As Operator Handling Line in Heerenveen, you will work full-time in a modern production environment within the dairy industry, where you will be responsible for the automated storage and handling of cheese specialities in a 3-shift operation. You work with robots, Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and advanced handling and packaging lines. Together with around 30 colleagues, you will ensure that the process runs safely, efficiently and on schedule. You will report to the Team Leader Logistics and work 36 hours a week in the shifts 06.00-14.00, 14.00-22.00 and 22.00-06.00, with every weekend off.

At Kaasmakerij Henri Willig, a lot has been invested in expanding and improving the factory in Heerenveen in recent years. Examples include the implementation of a (robotised) packaging line, a cheese treatment line and a completely renovated, enlarged and automated cheese warehouse. You will work with the most modern robots and AGVs in the dairy industry and with artisan speciality cheeses that win prizes worldwide.

What will you do

In this position, you will be responsible for keeping the automated handling and storage process running smoothly.

  • You handle cheeses using various automated handling and loading lines, so that the process runs efficiently.
  • You monitor the process flow, identify deviations and adjust equipment to ensure quality and continuity.
  • You act adequately in the event of (impending) process disruptions and liaise with Technical Services where necessary.
  • You operate the programmed storage installation according to schedule.
  • You process progress, process data and malfunctions in the ERP system to keep the administration up to date.
  • You proactively clean machines, equipment and work areas to guarantee hygiene and safety.
  • You pickle cheeses and pack cheese as part of the process if necessary.

This position suits candidates who enjoy working with automated processes and want to take responsibility within a production environment.

Behind the Cheese: Jelle and Mina (Heerenveen)
Colleague stories: Behind the Cheese: Jelle and Mina (Heerenveen)

We ask of you

For this operator position, we are looking for someone with technical and process insight.

  • You have MBO 3 working and thinking level.
  • You have demonstrable experience with computer systems, including Excel and an ERP package.
  • You have experience in a similar operator position; experience in food is an advantage.
  • You have process insight, technical insight and analytical skills.
  • You can work independently and have an eye for detail.
  • You have a good command of the Dutch language.

The role is suitable for professionals who want to work with robots and automated systems within a modern cheese factory.

What do we offer?

You will have a stable position in a 3-shift operation within a renovated and automated factory in Heerenveen.

  • A salary according to scale 4 of the Dairy CLA, from €3,519 - 4,389 gross per month based on 36 hours, including shift bonus and excluding end-of-year bonus.
  • An end-of-year bonus of 5 per cent of your annual salary.
  • Pension scheme and travel expenses scheme as fringe benefits.
  • Every weekend off within the 3-shift system.
  • Prospect of a permanent position with good performance.
  • Development opportunities via the Henri Willig Academy and an extensive induction programme.
  • Fun company parties and company outings.

Would you like to work as Operator Treatment Line in Heerenveen and contribute to an automated process within dairy production? Then this is a great opportunity to use your technical knowledge in a modern production environment.

Are you interested?

Then respond with your CV or skills passport and a short motivation of what attracts you to working at Henri Willig. We are very curious about this!

About Henri Willig

Henri Willig is a fast-growing, independent livestock farmer, cheese producer, retailer and exporter that has been successful in the exclusive cheese segment since 1974. Henri Willig has a strong position in the national and international market for Dutch cheese and organic cheese specialities. The total organisation comprises a livestock farm, 2 cheese dairies, 39 shops, a Grand Cafe and a webshop.
At Henri Willig, we actively invest in the development of our employees. Through our Henri Willig Academy, we offer internal training programmes to increase knowledge and skills. In addition, we work with Good Habbitz to attend external courses and training, so that everyone can grow both personally and professionally.

Frequently asked questions

What does an Operator Treatment Line do in Heerenveen?

As Operator Handling Line, you will be responsible for the automated storage and handling of cheese specialities, monitoring the process, adjusting equipment and working with robots and AGVs.

Do you work shifts at this operator position?

Yes, you will work in a 3-shift schedule from 06.00-14.00, 14.00-22.00 and 22.00-06.00, with each weekend off.

What is the salary according to the Dairy CBA for this position

The salary is classified in scale 4 of the Dairy CLA and falls between €3,518 and €4,329 gross per month based on 36 hours, including shift bonus and excluding end-of-year bonus of 5%.

What education and experience do you need for this position?

You have MBO 3 working and thinking level, experience in a similar operator position and demonstrable experience with computer systems such as Excel and an ERP package....

What systems will you work with as Operator Treatment Line?

You will work with automated handling and loading lines, a programmed storage system, robots, Automated Guided Vehicles and an ERP system.