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Heerenveen
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36 per week
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Full-time
As a Line Operator at the Cheese Warehouse in Heerenveen, you will ensure that our cheeses are handled, stored and processed correctly before they continue on their journey. You will work in a modern and highly automated production environment featuring robots, AGVs and advanced handling and packaging lines. Working in a three-shift rota, you and your colleagues will be responsible for ensuring a safe, efficient and smooth production process.
At Henri Willig Cheese Factory in Heerenveen, craftsmanship and modern technology come together. In recent years, significant investment has been made in, amongst other things, a robotised packaging line, an automated cheese-handling line and a refurbished cheese warehouse. You’ll be working with modern technology, but ultimately it’s all about a special product: our artisanal speciality cheeses, which are sold worldwide and regularly win awards.
In this role, your responsibilities will include the following, amongst other things
As a Line Operator, you will ensure that the automated lines and equipment continue to run optimally and that our cheeses are processed and stored according to schedule.
- You handle cheeses using various automated handling and loading lines.
- You monitor the process and identify any deviations before they lead to disruptions.
- You adjust equipment when necessary to maintain the quality and continuity of the process.
- You intervene in the event of imminent process disruptions and liaise with the Technical Department where necessary.
- You operate the programmed storage system in accordance with the applicable schedule.
- You will record progress, process data and malfunctions in the ERP system.
- You clean machines, equipment and work areas to ensure hygiene and safety.
- You will brine cheeses and assist with packaging where this forms part of the production process.
We are looking for someone who brings the following to the role
For this role, we are looking for someone who is interested in technology and process-based working and who enjoys being actively involved in day-to-day production.
- You have a working and thinking level equivalent to MBO 3.
- You have demonstrable experience with computer systems, including Excel and an ERP system.
- You have experience in a similar operator role; experience in the food sector is an advantage.
- You possess an understanding of processes and technical matters, as well as analytical skills.
- You can work independently and have an eye for detail.
- You have a good command of the Dutch language.
Here’s what you can expect from us
You will be offered a stable, full-time role in a modern, refurbished production environment where technology, automation and craftsmanship come together.
- A salary in accordance with scale 4 of the Dairy Collective Labour Agreement, ranging from €3,519 to €4,389 gross per month based on a 36-hour week, including shift allowance and excluding the end-of-year bonus.
- An end-of-year bonus of 5 per cent of your annual salary.
- A pension scheme and travel allowance as fringe benefits.
- You will work a three-shift rota and have every weekend off.
- The prospect of a permanent contract subject to satisfactory performance.
- Opportunities for professional development through the Henri Willig Academy and a comprehensive induction programme.
Interested? Get in touch
Would you like to work as a Production Line Operator at the cheese warehouse in Heerenveen, where you’ll be responsible for modern production lines, automated processes and a product enjoyed all over the world? If so, we’d love to meet you.
About Henri Willig
Henri Willig is a rapidly growing, independent livestock farmer, cheese producer, retailer and exporter that has been successful in the premium cheese segment since 1974. Henri Willig holds a strong position in the national and international markets for Dutch cheese and organic cheese specialities. The organisation as a whole comprises a livestock farm, two cheese dairies, 39 shops, a Grand Café and an online shop.
At Henri Willig, we actively invest in the development of our staff. Through our Henri Willig Academy, we offer in-house training programmes to enhance knowledge and skills. In addition, we collaborate with GoodHabitz&to provide access to external courses and training programmes, so that everyone can grow both personally and professionally.
Frequently asked questions
You will be working a three-shift rota.
Yes, there are opportunities for professional development through the Henri Willig Academy.
The salary ranges from €3,519 to €4,389 gross per month.
Yes, experience in a similar operational role is desirable.
You can apply by sending us your CV and covering letter.