Chocolate Machine Operator

Salary and Benefits
1. 120k Net Salary
2. Transport & Palliative Allowance
3. Performance Bonus
4. End of year Bonus
5. Pension
6. Leave (Annual, Sick, Casual, Maternity, Paternity)

Job Details
Industry: Chocolate Production/Cocoa Processing
Location: Ilupeju Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Model: Physical (Onsite)
Work Hours: Mon-Fri (8am – 5pm) Sat (8am – 2pm)

Key Responsibilities
1. Raw Material Handling & Storage

• Receive and inspect raw cocoa beans upon delivery
• Weigh, record, and store beans in appropriate storage containers/sacks
• Monitor bean conditions (moisture, pests, contamination) regularly
• Maintain a clean and organized storage area

2. Roasting

• Set up and operate the cocoa bean roasting equipment
• Monitor roasting time, temperature, and bean condition for consistency
• Cool and transfer beans efficiently post-roast
• Keep detailed roasting records

3. Cracking & Winnowing

• Operate machines that crack roasted beans and separate nibs from husks
• Ensure efficient yield of clean nibs with minimal wastage
• Troubleshoot blockages or mechanical issues with cracking/winnowing equipment
• Clean and maintain equipment regularly

4. Cocoa Butter Pressing

• Set up and operate the cocoa butter press machine
• Monitor pressure and temperature during pressing to ensure quality yield
• Safely collect cocoa butter and press cake
• Maintain hygiene standards during handling and collection
• Clean and lubricate press equipment as needed

Person Specification
1. Education & Experience

• Minimum HND technical or vocational training in food processing, machinery, or related field is a plus
• 1–2 years of experience operating machinery in a food production or agricultural processing environment preferred
• Familiarity with cocoa or chocolate production is an added advantage

2. Skills & Competencies

• Mechanically inclined and comfortable operating factory equipment
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and quality standards
• Good record-keeping and basic math skills (for weights, temperatures, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness
• Physically fit and able to lift or move heavy loads (up to 65kg)
• Good team spirit and strong sense of responsibility
• Willingness to learn and grow within a small, artisan-focused team

3. Working Conditions

• Work involves exposure to heat, dust, and noise from roasting and pressing machines
• Must wear protective clothing (gloves, masks, overalls, etc.)
• Factory shifts may include early mornings or weekends depending on production schedule
• Training on machines and safety procedures will be provided

How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their CVs to [email protected], using Machine Operator as the subject of the email.

NB: Candidates must reside within Ilupeju and its environs