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Junior Production Operator – 3 Shifts

€3,250
Vacancy Number: 2026-09592
  • • Fulltime
  • • Leerdam
  • • VMBO

Vacancy information

As a junior production operator, you will help produce and package cheese using automated machines and robotics. You will start by learning how to safely operate and monitor the production line.Experienced operators will show you how to check product quality, adjust machine settings and respond when the process does not run as expected. As your knowledge and confidence grow, you will perform more tasks independently.This position is suitable for someone who wants to develop technical skills and build a long-term career in production.

What will you do?

  • Operate and monitor automated production and packaging lines.
  • Check whether machines and production processes are running correctly.
  • Perform quality checks on cheese products and packaging.
  • Record production results and any deviations.
  • Set up, adjust and change machine settings.
  • Identify minor technical issues.
  • Learn to solve simple malfunctions independently.
  • Contact an experienced operator or the technical team for more complex problems.
  • Follow all hygiene, food-safety and workplace-safety procedures.
  • Keep the machinery and working area clean and organised.
  • Suggest practical improvements to safety, quality or production.

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Salary
€3,250
Employment
Fulltime
Education
VMBO
Location
Leerdam
Contracttype
Tijdelijk met uitzicht op vast

About the position

As a junior production operator, you will help produce and package cheese using automated machines and robotics. You will start by learning how to safely operate and monitor the production line.Experienced operators will show you how to check product quality, adjust machine settings and respond when the process does not run as expected. As your knowledge and confidence grow, you will perform more tasks independently.This position is suitable for someone who wants to develop technical skills and build a long-term career in production.

What will you do?
  • Operate and monitor automated production and packaging lines.
  • Check whether machines and production processes are running correctly.
  • Perform quality checks on cheese products and packaging.
  • Record production results and any deviations.
  • Set up, adjust and change machine settings.
  • Identify minor technical issues.
  • Learn to solve simple malfunctions independently.
  • Contact an experienced operator or the technical team for more complex problems.
  • Follow all hygiene, food-safety and workplace-safety procedures.
  • Keep the machinery and working area clean and organised.
  • Suggest practical improvements to safety, quality or production.

What we offer

  • Salary up to €3,250 gross per month including shift allowance.
  • A full-time working week of 36 hours.
  • A fixed 3-shift schedule.
  • 8% holiday allowance.
  • A 4% year-end bonus.
  • Structured on-the-job training.
  • Daily support from experienced operators.
  • Training in machine operation, quality control and troubleshooting.
  • Opportunities to learn multiple production and packaging lines.
  • Career development towards an all-round operator position.
  • A clean and highly automated production environment.
  • A practical and supportive team culture.

Job Requirements

You do not need previous operator experience. Motivation, accuracy and an interest in machinery are more important.

You also have:
  • An interest in technology, machines or production.
  • A motivated and willing-to-learn attitude.
  • The ability to work accurately and follow instructions.
  • Full-time availability for a 3-shift schedule.
  • Basic Dutch or English language skills.
  • A responsible and safety-conscious working style.
  • The willingness to learn technical and production-related tasks.Experience in production, packaging, logistics, assembly or engineering is welcome, but not required.

About the company

FrieslandCampina in Leerdam produces and packages cheese in an automated production environment. Operators, production employees, quality specialists and technical colleagues work closely together to keep production safe and efficient.As a junior operator, you will receive clear instructions and practical guidance. You will first learn the basic tasks and gradually take on more responsibility as your technical knowledge develops.The goal is to help you become a confident and independently working all-round operator.

Would you like to learn the operator profession at FrieslandCampina in Leerdam?
Apply directly.
Our recruiter will contact you to discuss your motivation, availability and the next steps. Telephone: 088 00 45 816
Email: recruitmentil@startpeople.nl
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