Apprenticeship / Traineeship Process operator MBO3
With his knowledge and insight into automated processes, the Operator Handling Line forms an important link in the storage and handling of the various cheese specialities of Cheese Factory Henri Willig. This apprenticeship can be in BBL form or in an accelerated MBO route. Work is carried out in three shifts.
In recent years, Kaasmakerij Henri Willig has invested heavily in expanding and improving its factory in Heerenveen. Examples include the implementation of a (robotised) packaging line, a cheese treatment line and a completely renovated, enlarged and automated cheese warehouse. You will be working with the most modern robots and AGVs in the dairy industry as well as with artisanal specialty cheeses that win prizes worldwide.
With his knowledge and insight into automated processes, the Operator is an important link in the storage and handling of the various cheese specialities of Kaasmakerij Henri Willig.
What will you do?
- You will start by inspecting equipment and starting up lines.
- You operate modern automated machines, take care of product feed and discharge.
- You carry out visual quality checks and intervene in case of deviations.
- You will learn to identify, analyse and solve faults (under supervision).
- You will follow the subjects of the MBO 3 Process Operator course: process technology, process automation, quality control, safety & maintenance.
- You will work as part of a team in the Handling/Beating & Storage department, in a production environment with dynamics, technology and food.
- This will give you a good idea of the profession and you will gain relevant practical experience.
Do you recognise yourself in the following?
- We are looking for a motivated apprentice with ambition to grow in the technical profession of process operator. You have:
- Education level: MBO (level 2 or 3) or equivalent and willingness to continue learning to level 3.
- Interest in process engineering, automation and production processes.
- Accuracy, quality awareness and a sense of safety and hygiene.
- Collaborative attitude, but also able to work independently and responsibly.
- Flexibility regarding working hours within production shifts / 3-shifts. The shifts are: 06.00 - 14.00 | 14.00 - 22.00 | 22.00 - 06.00 whereby you are free every weekend.
- Do you have a passion for technology, food and production and would you like to start in an apprenticeship with a future? Then we cordially invite you to apply.
We offer:
- a job classified in scale 4 of the Dairy CLA (€2,773 - €3,459 gross per month based on 36 hours, excluding shift bonus and end-of-year bonus) with good fringe benefits (pension, travel allowance)
- in this position, you are free every weekend which is not the case with many other shift systems
- a shift bonus of 21.09%
- year-end bonus of 5% of your annual salary
- An apprenticeship in a modern family business where quality, craftsmanship and technical innovation come together
- Professional supervision by experienced operators and practical supervisors.
- Opportunity to take the Process Operator MBO 3 course, with appropriate compensation for your learning process.
- A varied workplace with room for personal development and career opportunities within the organisation.
- A pleasant working atmosphere in a team that values entrepreneurship and responsibility.
Have we piqued your interest?
In addition to your CV, we would like to receive a motivation as to why you are enthusiastic about joining the Cheese Family. Please direct any questions about this apprenticeship to Feliks Eshuis (HR Advisor) at 06-53530241.
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, 40 shops in the Netherlands, Germany and Austria, a Grand Café and a Webshop.