Field Operator

SURINAME ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES N.V., of which S.A.B. Distribution N.V. and the Surinaamsch Rumhuis are part, is a leading Surinamese company that has proven for decades that it can win prestigious awards internationally at the highest level. Our ambition extends beyond our national borders, so we set the bar high in our continuous drive to grow our market share both locally and internationally. As a 100% Surinamese company, we are committed to making an ongoing contribution to responsible alcohol consumption. We are ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and FSSC 22000 certified, and we can only achieve our ambitious goals with a professional organization of passionate employees who enable us to serve our customers optimally. Working at Suriname Alcoholic Beverages N.V., proud producer of, among others, the well-known Borgoe, Black Cat and Mariënburg rum as well as Hanappier Eau de Vie, is synonymous with having a passion for making the strongest brands.

For our Fermentation and Distillation Department, we are looking for a Field Operator who is responsible for the safe operation, control and monitoring of the fermentation installations (U100 and U200) and the utilities, including inoculating fermenters, yeast propagation and monitoring cooling towers, compressors, steam boilers and water treatment systems.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operating, monitoring and optimizing the fermentation installations.
• Carrying out yeast propagation and inoculating fermenters according to established procedures.
• Managing and checking the utility installations, including steam boilers, compressors, cooling towers and water treatment systems.
• Monitoring process parameters and adjusting temperature, pressure and flow settings to ensure an optimal fermentation process.
• Performing quality checks, taking samples and safeguarding product quality throughout the production process.
• Carrying out routine inspections, identifying faults and reporting technical deviations to the maintenance department.
• Ensuring correct recording of process data, sampling and the transfer of fermented mash to the distillation process.
• Monitoring the availability of raw materials and chemicals and assisting with loading and unloading molasses and operating the wastewater treatment system.

Knowledge and experience:

• Vocational diploma (NATIN/AMTO) in chemistry, process technology, mechanical engineering or a comparable technical field.
• Good knowledge of the basic principles of chemistry and chemical processes.
• Knowledge of fermentation processes, yeast propagation and molasses fermentation.
• Familiarity with fermentation installations and utilities, including steam boilers, compressors and water treatment systems.
• Experience with process control systems (SCADA) is a plus.

Competencies:

• Able to recognize, analyze and take appropriate corrective action on deviations in fermentation and utility processes in time.
• Works carefully when monitoring process parameters, performing quality checks and recording operational data.
• Able to work effectively with colleagues from production, maintenance, QC and HSE and to clearly hand over relevant information within the shift.
• Willingness to work shifts.

We offer:

• A challenging role within a dynamic company.
• Excellent terms of employment.
• Ample opportunities for growth and training.

Do you meet the above requirements and are you ready to take on this challenge? Send your CV and motivation letter to solliciteren@sabrum.com or contact us via phone number 473344 ext. 230.