Rice Milling Machine Operator / Production Supervisor

WORTHS FOODS & BEVERAGES LIMITED

Company Name

Full-Time

Job Type

31/10/2026

Application Deadline

Key Responsibilities - Operate and monitor automatic rice milling machines and complete milling line (cleaners, graders, de-stoners, polishers, separators, conveyors). - Set up machines, adjust settings for product specs (head rice yield, whiteness, broken rate, moisture), and run test batches. - Perform routine and preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, minor repairs; coordinate with maintenance technicians for major repairs. - Supervise production team members, assign duties, coach for safe and efficient operation, and maintain shift handover logs. - Manage production scheduling to meet daily/weekly/monthly targets and optimize line throughput and yield. - Ensure food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety compliance (GMP, HACCP where applicable). - Monitor product quality (sampling, visual checks, basic lab readings) and implement corrective actions. - Maintain accurate stock records and produce regular stock-take reports for raw paddy, processed rice, by-products

Responsibilities

Desirable Skills - Experience with HACCP/GMP or other food-safety systems. - Basic computer skills for reporting (Excel, inventory software). - Knowledge of local rice market channels and simple marketing strategies. - Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. - Familiarity with preventive maintenance scheduling and spare parts management. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) - Head rice yield and broken rice percentage within target tolerance. - Production throughput vs plan (tonnes/day). - Machine uptime and mean time between failures (MTBF). - Accuracy and timeliness of stock reports; stock variance percentage. - Compliance with quality and safety standards. - Reduction in rework/waste and implemented improvements.

Requirements & Skills

Essential Qualifications & Experience - Minimum 3–5 years’ direct experience operating automated rice milling lines and automatic rice milling machines. - Hands-on mechanical aptitude and experience performing machine maintenance and troubleshooting in milling or similar processing environments. - Experience in rice production department management or team supervision. - Familiarity with stock control practices, conducting stock-takes, and preparing inventory reports. - Basic understanding of rice quality parameters and testing procedures. - Ability to read technical manuals, interpret machine settings, and follow SOPs. - High school diploma or technical certificate in mechanical/food processing/agribusiness preferred.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

3 years

Minimum Experience