Tessenderlo GroupTessenderlo Group

Manufacturing Plant Operator

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Description

Company Description

PB Leiner is one of the world’s leading producers of high quality gelatins and collagen peptides. We supply a growing market in food, pharma, health nutrition and technical applications. In all our efforts, we strive to be The Clear Solution for our customers. We spot and exploit opportunities, and try to anticipate future trends for them. We pursue outstanding quality and choice, as well as smooth delivery. We have a global presence in terms of both our plants and sales support, and count approximately 1,100 collaborators worldwide. PB Leiner is part of Tessenderlo Group.

Job Description

The Manufacturing Operator is responsible for operating machinery, assembling products, monitoring production processes, and ensuring quality standards are met in a manufacturing environment. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to safety regulations, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate Machinery & Equipment:
    • Set up, operate, and maintain production equipment according to safety and quality standards.
    • Perform routine inspections and minor troubleshooting of machines.
  • Production & Assembly:
    • Follow work instructions, blueprints, and production schedules.
    • Assemble, package, or inspect products to ensure they meet company specifications.
  • Quality Control:
    • Monitor product quality throughout production.
    • Report defects or equipment malfunctions to the supervisor.
  • Safety & Compliance:
    • Follow company safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
    • Maintain a clean and organized workspace to prevent hazards.
  • Documentation & Reporting:
    • Accurately record production data, downtime, and material usage.
    • Communicate issues and improvement suggestions to the team.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Experience: Previous experience in manufacturing, production, or machine operation preferred.
  • Skills:
    • Ability to read and follow work instructions.
    • Basic mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
    • Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
    • Ability to lift up to [insert weight, e.g., 50 lbs] and stand for long periods.

Additional Information

  • Comfortable working in a cold/wet environment.
  • Ability to stand, bend, and move for extended periods.

Company

Tessenderlo Group is a Belgian publicly listed industrial group with five segments: Agro (crop nutrients and crop protection), Bio-valorization (animal by-products processing, PB Leiner gelatin and Akiolis rendering), Industrial Solutions (plastics piping systems and specialty chemicals), Machines & Technologies (Picanol weaving machines, Proferro foundry, Psicontrol electronics, Melotte 3D printing), and T-Power (425 MW combined-cycle power generation). The group focuses on valorizing by-products, water-related solutions, and sustainability, operating in over 100 countries with about 7,500 employees. It is listed on Euronext Brussels as part of the Next 150 and BEL Mid indices.

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