Operator Treatment Line

Heerenveen
Production
Full-time

With his knowledge and insight into automated processes, the operator forms an important link in the storage and handling of the various cheese specialities of Kaasmakerij Henri Willig. Work includes robots and Automatic Guided Vehicles. Work takes place in three shifts.

Cheese factory Henri Willig, also known for its organic Hooidammer cheeses, is a fast-growing, independent cheese maker, exporter and retailer that has been successful in the premium cheese segment since 1974.Quality, sustainability and innovation are our top priorities. More than 500 members of our Cheese Family are involved every day in making our award-winning cheeses, which we sell daily to our customers in more than 35 countries as well as in our 38 own shops. 

At Kaasmakerij Henri Willig, much has been invested in recent years in expanding and improving the 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. 

You will be part of a team of around 30 colleagues. You will report to the Foreman Logistics and will work in a 3-shift operation. 

What will you do?

  • Handling the cheeses using various automated handling and loading lines
  • Monitoring the process flow and identifying deviations in the process and adjusting the equipment
  • Adequate action in case of (threatening) process disruptions
  • Operating the programmed storage installation according to planning
  • Maintaining information in the ERP package concerning progress, process data and malfunctions
  • Signalling and remedying malfunctions and liaising with TD
  • Pro-active cleaning of machines, equipment and general area
  • Pickling of the cheese
  • Packaging of the cheese if required

Who are you?

  • MBO4 working and thinking level
  • Demonstrable experience with computer systems (including Excel and ERP package)
  • Experience in a similar operator position (Food is an advantage)
  • Personal qualities we are looking for: problem-solving ability, process insight, technical insight/analytical skills, ability to work independently, eye for detail, pro-active and flexible attitude

What do 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)
  • a shift bonus of 21.09%
  • year-end bonus of 4% of your annual salary
  • the prospect of a permanent appointment
  • the possibility to develop yourself with our Henri Willig Academy
  • an excellent induction programme by experienced, dedicated colleagues
  • a position with a lot of personal responsibility and the opportunity to think along and initiate matters
  • pleasant company parties and company outings

Will you join the Cheese Family?

We would like to receive a personal motivation as to why you are enthusiastic about coming to work for us and what makes you suitable for this. V

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