Machine Operator - Chicken Factory

Job Description:

You will be working for one of the largest food processing companies in the Netherlands, located in the Ommel region. With approximately 800 employees, this is a stable and professional work environment where quality and efficiency are central.

The company processes chicken products into finished products for the European market — no slaughtering, but processing and production. The machines run at fixed times, the processes are organized, and clear daily schedules are used. For people who love structure and certainty, this is an ideal work environment.

The organization offers long-term work with prospects: after 12 months, there is the possibility of a direct contract with the client itself.

As a Machine Operator in the Preparation department, you are responsible for operating one or more machines. The machines you operate vary by day or week — you adapt based on the daily schedule and the needs on the work floor.

Your task involves turning over bins and feeding raw materials into the machine. This can be done manually or mechanically — manual turning involves weights up to a maximum of 12 kg. The work requires physical fitness and a proactive attitude: you see what is needed and act on it immediately.

The activities are executive in nature but require someone who thinks along and is flexible. You work in a cooled production environment and follow strict hygiene protocols. Shift work is an option.

Tasks:

• Operating and monitoring one or more machines per day
• Turning over bins and feeding raw materials
• Working according to daily schedule and production targets
• Signaling and reporting deviations or malfunctions
• Adhering to hygiene and safety regulations

Work Time:

• Minimum 40 hours per week

Salary:

• €16.58 gross/hour
• For shift work: €18.65 gross/hour including shift allowance of 12.5%
• 8% holiday allowance (paid weekly)
• Travel allowance of €0.18 per km (max. €9.00/day)

Experience:

• Physically fit and capable of repetitive manual work.
• Flexible deployment on various machines.
• Some relevant work experience in production or food processing is a plus.
• Reliable, punctual, and independent.
• Good command of Dutch and/or English language (spoken).

Additional Info:

• Category B driver's license required
• Accommodation: Provided.
• Transport provided.
• Health insurance provided.
• Weekly payment.
• 24 vacation days per year (based on full-time).
• Pension accrual: 23.4% of the pensionable salary.
• After 12 months, possibility of a direct contract with the client.
• Housing with private bedroom possible.

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