Production Technician Engineer

General Description

Production Technician Engineer This is the job for you if you love tech, teamwork, and being the best at what you do. Ever wanted to work with an amazing piece of equipment that can detect rot inside an onion bulb ?

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How about running the only 24/7 grader operation in the country ? You will be joining a team that values drive, curiosity, and continuous improvement
If youve got a sense of humour , a drive to be the best , and you thrive in a fast-moving environment keep reading. This could be your role.
Working hours are 5:15am to 5:30pm on a 4 on, 4 off shift pattern
Who were looking for We are looking for a Production Technician Engineer to support our packhouse and processing unit by delivering graded product of the right quality, every time . Youll be hands-on with cutting-edge grading technology, leading people, solving problems, and keeping everything running smoothly. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment with the ability to lead teams with confidence.
What youll be doing Youll be at the heart of our grading operation, including: Carrying out and documenting start-up checks, changeovers (including organic transitions), and cleaning to prevent cross-contamination
Calibrating and maintaining NIR graders , cameras (including Q-EYE), weigh cells, and associated equipment
Being the first point of contact for grader breakdowns , coordinating repairs with Engineering
Monitoring grading line productivity and product quality , escalating issues when targets arent met
Troubleshooting technical issues and supporting root cause analysis
Performing quality control inspections and ensuring compliance with internal and customer standards
Cleaning, xwzovoh inspecting, and replacing grader components (beds, blades, NIR cups, screens) with accurate record-keeping
Ensuring correct use and maintenance of grading screens
Maintaining high standards of housekeeping, hygiene, labelling, health & safety
Supporting staff performance, identifying training needs, and ensuring systems are used correctly
Assisting with post-grading processes such as foaming and venting , working closely with the Stock Controller
Spotting opportunities for continuous improvement and helping push our operation to the next level