Dry Roasting Oven Operator

• Operate dry roasting conveyor ovens in strict accordance with approved start up, running, changeover, shutdown, and cleaning procedures
• Regulate temperature profiles, belt speeds, and heat balancing to achieve required roast color and moisture targets for coated and natural peanuts
• Inspect the work area, materials, feed inputs, and safety guards before starting lines to confirm safe operating conditions
• Perform visual, temperature, weight, and product quality checks continuously and log findings truthfully at scheduled intervals
• Identify defects promptly and separate non-conforming product to prevent further processing or downstream contamination
• Make minor operational process adjustments strictly within authorized limits and escalate mechanical or electrical faults to maintenance personnel
• Execute cleaning, allergen control, and changeover protocols thoroughly to eliminate cross contamination and leftover residues between batches
• Maintain complete, legible, and accurate shift logs, equipment checklists, temperature records, and incident reports
• Follow all occupational health and safety, food hygiene, personal protective equipment, and emergency isolation procedures

Qualifications & Experience:

• Ordinary Diploma or National Diploma in Food Processing Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Production Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Agricultural Engineering, Applied Sciences, or related technical fields; or National Certificate, Craft Certificate, Technical Trade Certificate, or TVET qualification in a related technical area
• No prior work experience required; training provided

Skills & Competencies:

• Conveyor oven operation and thermal profile regulation
• Product roast color grading and moisture assessment
• Defect recognition, containment, and quality inspection
• Basic machine adjustment and routine equipment monitoring
• HMI digital interface usage and accurate production record keeping