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Position: Processing Operator – BeveragesBusiness: Seba Foods Zambia Limited
Work-level: Junior Staff
Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Reports to: Production Supervisor
Job PurposeReporting to Production Supervisor – Beverages, to operate and monitor soy extraction and processing equipment used in the production of soy-based beverages and soy food products. The role ensures efficient soybean processing, product quality, and compliance with food safety standards while supporting the company’s production targets.
Key responsibilities
Soybean Preparation
Receive, inspect, and handle soybeans delivered from approved suppliers and farmer networks.
Operate equipment for cleaning, soaking, sorting, and dehulling soybeans.
Monitor soaking times and water quality for optimal processing.
Soy Extraction Operations
Operate soy grinders, extraction tanks, and slurry preparation systems.
Control extraction parameters including:
Grinding efficiency
Water-to-soy ratio
Temperature control
Ensure optimal protein extraction and minimal raw material losses.
Filtration and Separation
Operate filtration systems to separate soy milk from okara (soy pulp).
Monitor filtration efficiency and manage by-products according to company procedures.
Thermal Processing
Assist in operating pasteurization or UHT systems used in soy beverage production.
Ensure processing temperatures meet food safety standards.
Equipment Monitoring
Monitor automated processing systems and control panels.
Conduct routine equipment checks during operation.
Report any mechanical or process abnormalities to the maintenance team.
Cleaning and Sanitation
Perform CIP (Clean-in-Place) procedures on soy processing equipment.
Maintain strict hygiene in accordance with GMP, HACCP, and ISO 22000 food safety standards.
Quality Control
Monitor product attributes including:
Taste and odor
Consistency and texture
Temperature and process parameters
Collect samples for laboratory testing.
Production Documentation
Complete batch sheets, processing logs, and shift reports.
Record:
Raw material usage
Extraction yields
Processing times
Equipment performance.
Health, Safety and Compliance
Follow all company health, safety, and environmental policies.
Use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Report hazards, incidents, or process deviations immediately.
Key Qualifications & Requirements
Experience:
Minimum of 3 to 5 years, preferably in the FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) and beverage industry.
Qualifications: Diploma and/or degree in Food Production, Chemical Engineering, Dairy/Beverage Processing/Agro Processing or relevant field
Knowledge of soybean processing and plant-based milk extraction
Understanding of pasteurization and UHT processing
Familiarity with food safety systems (HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000)
Ability to operate automated processing systems
Basic troubleshooting of processing equipment
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