Job Description – MAB Technician
Job Title: MAB Technician
Department: Manufacturing / Production
Location: Plant (Kandivali West MIDC)
Reporting To: Production Executive / Production Manager
Job Purpose
To operate and monitor the Manufacturing & Blending (MAB) process for ice cream production by ensuring accurate ingredient mixing, process control, hygiene, food safety, and timely batch preparation while meeting quality and production targets.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate MAB tanks, mixers, pasteurizers, homogenizers, and related process equipment.
- Prepare batches according to approved recipes and batch manufacturing records (BMR).
- Verify and weigh ingredients accurately before charging into the process.
- Monitor process parameters such as temperature, pressure, flow, and mixing time.
- Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, FSSC 22000, and FSSAI requirements.
- Carry out CIP (Clean-in-Place) and sanitation activities as per SOP.
- Record production data, process parameters, and batch details accurately.
- Coordinate with Quality Assurance for sampling and batch release.
- Minimize process losses and ensure maximum yield.
- Report equipment abnormalities and support preventive maintenance activities.
- Maintain 5S standards and a clean work environment.
- Follow all food safety, personal hygiene, and EHS procedures.
Educational Qualification
- ITI / Diploma / B.Sc. / B.Tech in Dairy Technology, Food Technology, Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline.
- 1–3 years of experience in dairy, beverages, food processing, or ice cream manufacturing.
- Freshers with relevant technical qualifications may be considered for trainee roles.
Skills Required
- Knowledge of dairy and ice cream manufacturing processes.
- Understanding of pasteurization and homogenization.
- Basic knowledge of SCADA/HMI operation.
- Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, FSSC 22000, and food safety practices.
- Ability to interpret SOPs and Batch Manufacturing Records.
- Teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Production target achievement.
- Batch Right First Time (RFT).
- Product quality compliance.
- Process loss and wastage control.
- Equipment uptime.
- CIP compliance.
- 5S audit score.
- Safety compliance (Zero Lost Time Accidents).
Working Conditions
- Rotational shifts.
- Cold and food-processing environment.
- PPE mandatory.
- Standing for extended periods and handling food-grade raw materials.
Preferred Experience
- Experience in dairy or ice cream manufacturing.
- Hands-on exposure to pasteurizers, homogenizers, mixing vessels, and CIP systems.
- Knowledge of food safety documentation and production records.
Pay: ₹28,263.06 - ₹38,895.37 per month
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Leave encashment
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
