Milling Operator

Key Requirements
ITI/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Food Processing, or a related field.
Must have 1–3 years of experience in cassava or similar root crop processing (milling, grating, or crushing).
Familiarity with cassava processing workflows, especially those related to starch or ethanol production, is an added advantage.
Candidates must be skilled in operating milling or grating machines, and capable of adjusting them for efficient performance.
Should possess basic mechanical troubleshooting skills to handle minor maintenance tasks independently.
Must have a solid understanding of hygiene, food safety standards, and general sanitation practices in food or ethanol processing environments.
Attention to detail and accurate record-keeping abilities are essential.
Key Responsibilities
Operate and monitor cassava milling machines such as hammer mills, raspers, or graters.
Feed raw cassava tubers into the milling system and maintain continuous throughput.
Adjust machine parameters including speed, feed rate, and blade condition to achieve optimal grinding efficiency.
Monitor the texture and particle size of milled cassava mash to meet quality standards.
Conduct pre-startup checks, routine cleaning, and sanitation of milling equipment.
Remove fibrous waste and peel residue from the process line in a timely manner.
Perform minor maintenance tasks such as lubrication, screen changes, and filter cleaning.
Record shift activities including material input-output, downtimes, and equipment servicing.
Promptly report equipment malfunctions or abnormal behavior to the maintenance team.
Follow all hygiene, sanitation, and safety protocols within the milling area.