Processing Unit Staff

Department: Processing Unit
Position: Grated Coconut Processing Staff
Location: Dubai, UAE
Reporting To: Processing Unit Supervisor / Production Supervisor

Job Purpose

To carry out the processing, grating, packing, and handling of coconut products safely and efficiently while maintaining required food safety, hygiene, quality, and production standards.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Coconut Processing
• Receive and inspect coconuts before processing.
• Peel, clean, cut, and prepare coconuts for grating.
• Operate coconut grating machines safely and correctly.
• Ensure proper quantity and quality of grated coconut.
• Remove damaged, spoiled, or unsuitable coconut pieces.
• Packing & Handling
• Weigh and pack grated coconut according to production requirements.
• Ensure proper sealing, labelling, and storage of finished products.
• Handle products carefully to prevent contamination or damage.
• Maintain proper cold-chain requirements where applicable.
• Cleaning & Hygiene
• Maintain personal hygiene and wear required PPE/uniform.
• Clean and sanitize machines, tools, tables, floors, and work areas.
• Follow company food safety and hygiene procedures.
• Prevent cross-contamination during processing and packing.
• Quality Control
• Check the freshness, colour, smell, and quality of coconut during processing.
• Report any quality issues, contamination, machine problems, or wastage to the supervisor.
• Follow FIFO/FEFO procedures as instructed.
• Production Support
• Complete assigned daily production targets.
• Assist other processing activities when required.
• Minimize product wastage and maintain efficient use of raw materials.
• Follow instructions from the Processing Unit Supervisor.
• Health & Safety
• Operate machinery only after receiving proper instructions/training.
• Follow all workplace health and safety procedures.
• Immediately report accidents, injuries, unsafe conditions, or equipment defects.
• Keep emergency exits and work areas clear.
• Records & Reporting
• Assist with recording production quantities, wastage, and packing details.
• Report daily production status to the supervisor.
• Maintain accurate records as required by the department.

Preferred Candidate: Cameroon nationality preferred.

Work Location: In person