Wholesale food manufacturers in Queensland (QLD) have been affected greatly by technology. However, no matter how technology changes, if you want to remain competitive in the business, you should improve the reliability of your equipment and avoid downtime in your processing operations. Here are some of the top tips to streamline your food manufacturing processes.
Conduct consistent maintenance and cleaning
The easiest and first way to prevent equipment breakdown in your facility is consistent machine maintenance and cleaning. Instituting a scheduled maintenance and cleaning program can benefit your processing by saving you money on replacements and repair, minimizing wear and tear on your machines, extending the life of your equipment and more.
Every piece of equipment comes with an owner’s manual that explains operating procedures and the recommended maintenance program. You should give your manual a fresh look often.
Proper employee training
Every wholesale food manufacturer should ensure employees have been properly trained. Employees shouldn’t only know how to operate each piece of machinery but they should also know that they play an important role in ensuring the equipment functions smoothly. Your employees should also be able to identify any potential issues before they happen. You should understand the common red flags to avoid a more serious situation.
Invest in equipment redundancy
Nothing lasts forever. You should, therefore, remember that your equipment has some predefined operational life and life expectancy. Estimates for the design life of your pieces of equipment are usually delineated by the hours they are designed to function.
However, before the life expectancy is reached, it can be assumed that some parts of the machine will wear out quickly compared to others. Your maintenance personnel should understand the equipment to know which parts will bend, wear, or break. Wholesale food manufacturers in QLD should know the pieces of equipment that cannot be repaired and have a backup plan.