Senior/Junior Operator – Spray Drying Process

Senior Operator – Spray Drying Process

Location: Tanjung Langsat, Pasir Gudang, Johor
Department: Production
Reports To: Assistant Production Manager – Spray Drying Process
Vacancies: 4
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking experienced Senior Operators – Spray Drying Process to support the commissioning, start-up and operation of our new plant-based protein manufacturing facility.

The position is responsible for operating and monitoring the spray drying and powder-processing systems to achieve required product quality, moisture content, yield, capacity and production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in commissioning, testing, trial production and start-up of the spray drying system.

• Operate and monitor spray dryer equipment through PLC/HMI systems.

• Perform start-up, shutdown, cleaning and product changeover activities.

• Monitor critical parameters such as:

  • Inlet and outlet temperatures
  • Airflow
  • Pressure
  • Feed rate
  • Atomisation
  • Powder moisture

• Operate and monitor cyclones, bag filters, powder recovery systems and related equipment.

• Identify abnormal operating conditions and take corrective action.

• Perform first-line process and equipment troubleshooting.

• Work closely with OEM, Engineering and Maintenance teams during commissioning and performance testing.

• Optimise drying conditions to achieve required product quality, yield and plant capacity.

• Coordinate with QA/QC for product sampling and quality verification.

• Maintain accurate production, process, downtime and cleaning records.

• Guide and train Operators assigned to the spray-drying section.

• Support preparation of SOPs, operating procedures and checklists.

• Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, hygiene and food-safety requirements.

• Maintain good housekeeping and safe operating conditions.

• Participate in root-cause analysis and continuous-improvement activities.

Requirements

• Diploma / Technical Certificate in Mechanical, Chemical, Process Engineering, Food Technology or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant industrial experience.
• Strong hands-on experience in spray drying or powder-processing operations.
• Experience in dairy, protein, starch, food ingredients, beverage powder or similar industries is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of PLC/HMI-controlled process equipment.
• Knowledge of CIP systems and hygienic manufacturing requirements.
• Commissioning or new-factory start-up experience is an advantage.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Able to supervise and train Operators.
• Willing to work shifts when production commences.