Job Description

About PROBAT

For more than 155 years, PROBAT has stood for pioneering spirit and innovative strength in the coffee industry. Through targeted acquisitions in the food processing sector, intensive technology transfer within the group and the expansion of a global service network, PROBAT has developed into a leading full-service provider for the food industry. The company plans, develops and manufactures machines, turnkey production plants, environmental technologies and intelligent control systems with integrated smart data management. With around 1,200 employees at locations in Germany, Brazil, Canada, India, Italy, Scotland, the Netherlands and the United States, as well as a presence in over 40 countries, PROBAT offers its customers comprehensive solutions, excellent service and in-depth industry knowledge – worldwide and from a single source.

Your Responsibilities

As an Allround Operator Machining / CNC Milling Operator, you will work independently on the production of more complex components for our machines within our machining department. You are widely deployable across multiple machines and monitor both the production process and product quality. You will have a varied role with interesting projects that you will complete together with your colleagues.

Location: Koog aan de Zaan
Position in the organization: This role is part of the Machining department and reports directly to the Team Leader Machining. You also regularly interact with the Production Manager.
Team size: You will work with a team of operators within the machining department. The team consists of (junior) Operators, Allround Operators, and Senior Machining Operators, with close collaboration with the Team Leader Machining and the Quality Controller.

Your Tasks:

• Receiving and reviewing technical drawings and work preparation data
• Independently determining the correct clamping, tools, and machining sequence for each assignment
• Setting up and operating multiple conventional and CNC machines
• Performing milling, boring, and drilling operations on more complex parts
• Carrying out CNC machining operations
• Performing basic programming tasks and program adjustments within defined limits
• Monitoring product quality through intermediate measurements and control points according to drawings
• Timely identifying deviations and taking appropriate action within applicable guidelines
• Correctly completing measurement reports and recording time per order
• Determining an efficient work sequence within the weekly planning
• Switching between machines and operations based on production needs
• Performing first-line maintenance and resolving minor malfunctions where possible
• Transferring finished products and relevant production information to the next operation
• Working according to safety, environmental, occupational health, and quality requirements, and maintaining an orderly workplace

Your Profile

You have a solid technical background and feel responsible for quality, progress, and collaboration. You also enjoy working with colleagues and helping each other where needed.

• MBO level 3–4 working and thinking level, preferably in machining
• Several years of relevant experience in machining within a production environment
• Experience with both conventional and CNC turning and milling machines
• Basic knowledge of CNC programming, CAD/CAM, and offline programming
• Good understanding of machining techniques, materials, measurement methods, and ISO fits and tolerances
• Experience using measuring instruments and hand tools
• Accurate, proactive, flexible, and quality-oriented
• Team-oriented and able to work independently within planning and deadlines
• Proficiency in Dutch and/or English

We offer you:

• A strong team in a future-oriented company
• An attractive salary package and good secondary benefits
• Flat organizational structures and direct communication
• A structured onboarding period and individual development opportunities
• A great product and modern working environment with international projects

Apply now and seize this opportunity!

Are you enthusiastic about this vacancy and do you see yourself as a great addition to our team?
We would like to receive your letter of motivation and Curriculum Vitae to the attention of Maaike Punt (Board & HR Assistant) via: careers@probat.com

Would you like to receive more information first? You can also call us on: 075-6126123. Your application will of course be treated confidentially.

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