Job Description

Responsible for managing both the peeling and color sorting sections of the cashew processing line. The role ensures correct operation of peeling machines, humidification chambers, and color sorting machines to achieve high-quality output, optimal peelability, accurate defect removal, proper moisture levels, and strong adherence to food safety standards (HACCP, BRC). Also responsible for manpower allocation, productivity improvement, and meeting production targets.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Machine Operation & Performance

• Operate and supervise color sorting machines (Meyer 120 LDS4/KFS or equivalent).
• Operate and supervise peeling machines and humidification chambers.
• Understand machine parameters, compressor systems, and operating conditions.
• Set and adjust parameters (color shades, defect detection, sensitivity levels).
• Ensure correct peelability for both wholes and brokens.
• Monitor moisture levels after humidification to ensure proper peeling efficiency.
• Ensure correct whole %, broken %, reject % based on customer standards.
• Coordinate with maintenance for daily checks, calibration, and repairs.
• Optimize sorter performance to achieve ≥ 98% defect removal accuracy.
• Reduce machine downtime and maintain stable operations.

• Maintain high-quality output and minimize under-rejection and over-rejection.
• Conduct sampling and visual inspections to verify product consistency.
• Work with QC team to validate kernel grades and identify anomalies in peeling or sorting.
• Implement corrective actions when quality deviations occur.

• Supervise peeling operators, color sorting operators, and helpers (8–10 staff).
• Allocate manpower across shifts to meet daily & weekly targets.
• Train workers in machine handling, food safety, hygiene, and SOP adherence.
• Monitor operator performance and enforce compliance with operational standards.

• Follow production plans and ensure daily, weekly, and monthly targets are achieved.
• Track input vs output mass balance, identify losses, and report deviations.
• Maintain detailed logs of machine parameters, shift performance, downtime, rejects, and yields.
• Submit accurate daily shift reports on time.

• Ensure section cleanliness and process hygiene according to HACCP, BRC, and HALAL guidelines.
• Ensure workers wear PPE and follow hygiene protocols strictly.
• Support QA during external/internal audits and assist in corrective actions.
• Maintain a 100% compliance rate in hygiene and food safety audits.

• Identify inefficiencies and propose improvements in peeling and sorting processes.
• Work on improving yield, reducing rework, minimizing rejects, and enhancing machine efficiency.
• Update SOPs when process improvements are implemented.

• Support cross-functional teams such as QA, Maintenance, and Warehouse when needed.

Other Information:

• Address: Hiep Phuoc Industrial Park, Hiep Phuoc Commune, Vietnam
• Salary: Negotiate
• Working hours: Due to the factory working environment, employees may be required to work on Saturdays. Detailed working schedule will be discussed during the interview process.
• Interview process: 2 rounds (may be extended to 3 rounds if required)
• No age limit; candidates with relevant experience are preferred.

Job Requirement

Qualifications include:
- Diploma or degree in Food Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related fields.
- Having 5–7 years of experience in the cashew processing industry and strong experience in peeling operations and color sorting equipment (required).
- Deep understanding of peelability control, moisture conditioning, and defect classification.
- Knowledge of HACCP, BRC, GMP, and food safety procedures.
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
- Troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to train workers effectively.
- Excellent attention to detail and quality.
- Ability to manage multiple processing lines simultaneously.
- Ability to perform under pressure and meet production deadlines.
- Basic computer skills (Excel, reporting tools).
- Can communicate in English.

Working conditions
- Work inside the factory environment with exposure to heat, dust, and noise.
- Possible overtime or weekend work during peak production.
- Fast-paced environment with strict quality and safety compliance requirements.

Physical requirements
- Standing for long hours and frequent movement across processing areas.