Process Engineer – Vertical Sterilization

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Operate and monitor vertical sterilizers to ensure effective sterilization of Fresh Fruit Bunches (FFB).
  • Troubleshoot process issues and recommend corrective measures to reduce downtime and improve throughput.
  • Prepare and maintain records of sterilizer performance, efficiency, and process deviations.
  • Ensure adherence to internal standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety guidelines, and statutory requirements.
  • Work closely with the maintenance team to plan preventive maintenance, identify recurring issues, and ensure sterilizer reliability.
  • Collaborate with mill operations, maintenance, and quality teams to ensure consistent product quality.
  • Ensure all sterilizer operations follow statutory safety requirements (e.g., pressure vessel regulations, DOSH guidelines).
  • Collaborate with other departments (lab, boiler, workshop, maintenance) to ensure smooth mill operations.
  • Provide technical guidance and training to operators on vertical sterilizer processes.
  • Perform any other duties as assigned by the Mill Management and Top Management from time to time.

 

Requirements:

  • Candidate must possess Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering or a related field.
  • Minimum 2 years’ hands-on experience operating vertical sterilizers in a palm oil mill.
  • Solid understanding of thermodynamics and familiarity with Dalton’s Law or Partial Pressures.
  • Good knowledge of deaeration and dehydration concepts and key parameters affecting sterilization efficiency.
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting ability and detail-oriented with a proactive approach.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure in a mill environment.
  • Based in Bintulu, Sarawak.
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Keresa Mill Sdn Bhd
Lot 1, Block 17, Lavang L.D, Tubau, 97008 Bintulu, Sarawak
Minimum 2 years’ hands-on experience operating vertical sterilizers in a palm oil mill.
Candidate must possess Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering or a related field.
Full time
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