Manufacturing Machine Operator

JOB DESCRIPTION — MACHINE OPERATOR (VACUUM FRYING LINE)

1. ROLE OVERVIEW

We are seeking a disciplined, hands-on Machine Operator to take full ownership of our core processing

line at the Magadi Road manufacturing facility. The role involves operating and monitoring the Vacuum Fryer,

Blanching Unit, and Blast Freezer systems to ensure daily output targets, product texture, yield, and food safety

standards are consistently met. The operator will be supported by floor helpers.

2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Line Operations & Output Management:

• Operate the end-to-end processing sequence: Blanching Unit → Blast Freezing → Vacuum Frying Line.

• Hit daily and shift production volume targets while maintaining product crispness, color, and low oil content.

• Manage oil heating, continuous vacuum build-up, de-oiling centrifuge cycles, and product unloading.

Parameter & Process Control:

• Accurately set and monitor critical process parameters: vacuum pressure (mmHg / bar), frying temperature, cycle

time, oil recovery levels, and freezing duration.

• Maintain strict temperature curves for blanching and blast freezing prior to vacuum processing.

Floor Helper Supervision:

• Direct and coordinate 2–4 floor helpers for raw material preparation, tray arrangement, batch loading/unloading,

and finished product transfer to packing.

• Ensure helpers follow hygiene, safety, and operational discipline on the floor.

Maintenance, Hygiene & Safety:

• Perform daily pre-operational machine checks, oil level monitoring, gasket/seal inspections, and vacuum pump

checks.

• Identify mechanical abnormalities, vacuum drops, or unusual vibrations and troubleshoot immediately.

• Execute daily line sanitation, CIP/COP protocols, oil filtration, and waste oil disposal in adherence with FSSAI

and GMP standards.

Batch Records & Documentation:

• Maintain accurate log sheets: batch run times, raw material input vs. finished output, downtime reasons, and

daily utility usage.

3. QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Education: ITI Certificate in Mechanical / Fitter / Electrical / RAC / Food Processing, or equivalent Diploma.

Designation: Machine Operator – Food Processing

Location: Legit Foods Factory, Magadi Road, Bengaluru

Employment Type: Full-Time | 6 Days / Week (On-site)

Education: ITI (Mechanical / Fitter / Electrical / Food Processing /

Diploma)

Reporting To: Production Manager / Plant Head

• Experience: 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience in food processing, thermal lines, industrial fryers, or blast

freezer operations.

• Technical Skills: Solid understanding of vacuum pumps, pressure gauges, pneumatic valves, temperature

controllers, and electrical panels.

• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to coordinate and lead un-skilled/semi-skilled floor workers effectively.

• Language: Proficiency in Kannada (essential for shop floor coordination) + basic English or Hindi for logs and

checklists.

• Location / Commute: Candidates residing within easy commuting distance of Magadi Road / Machohalli /

Peenya are strongly preferred.

4. WORK SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION

• Work Schedule: 6 Days a week (Monday to Saturday / Shift-based operations).

• Salary: Competitive based on experience and technical assessment (₹16,000 – ₹20,000 / month gross).

• Statutory Benefits: PF, ESI (as applicable), Overtime allowances, and safety PPE provided.

• It is a Full Time Manufacturing job for candidates with 1 - 3 years of experience.