Valency Agro Nigeria Limited is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:
Job Title: Cashew Colour Sorter Machine Operator
Location: Ibafo, Mowe Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time
Responsibilities
Loading and Setting:
- Operators are responsible for properly loading the cashew nuts into the color sorter’s feed hopper.
- They also need to set and adjust the machine’s parameters, such as sorting speed, air pressure, and sensitivity levels, to achieve the desired sorting results.
Monitoring and Adjusting:
- During the sorting process, operators must closely monitor the machine’s performance, watching for any issues or inconsistencies in the sorting process.
- They may need to adjust the machine’s settings or make minor adjustments to ensure the correct separation of nuts and defects.
Removing Sorted Products:
- Once the sorting is complete, operators are responsible for collecting the sorted cashew nuts and removing the rejected defects or impurities.
- This may involve manually sorting any remaining nuts or defects that the machine has not separated.
Maintenance and Cleaning:
- Operators are also responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the color sorter and ensuring that it is functioning properly.
- This may include regular cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs or adjustments.
Quality Control:
- Operators play a crucial role in ensuring the overall quality of the cashew nuts by accurately identifying and removing any defective or unwanted materials.
Safety:
- Operators need to follow all safety procedures when operating the color sorter, including proper handling of materials and equipment.
Training:
- Operators may also be responsible for training new employees or assisting other staff with the operation of the machine.
Requirements / Skills
- Degree in Management or relevant field
- 3-7 years experience in a Food / Manufacturing plants
- Previous experience in Cashew processing industries is an added advantage
- Knowledge of business practices
- The ability to foster teamwork
- Experience with coaching or training
- Strong oral and written skills
- The ability to work well with others
- Strong leadership skills that include being a self-starter
- Proven experience as a Supervisor or coordinator
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Strong time management and organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks and make decisions under pressure.
- Commitment to maintaining a safe working environment and knowledge of safety procedures and regulations.
- Report writing skills, Quality Management system and documentation
- Previous machine operating experience in a manufacturing facility, or similar relevant experience
- Must be detail-oriented
- Understanding of production and plant processes
- Analytical and numerical skills: ability to perform mathematical calculations (add, subtract, multiply, divide) in different units of measurement
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions
- Ability to work in a team
- Willingness to work in shifts (late or early hours, weekends, and overtime if necessary).
Salary
N100,000 Monthly.
Application Closing Date
30th July, 2025.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hrfactory@valencyafrica.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.