Brewing Process Operator - Olifantsfontein, Ekurhuleni

Overall Responsibility: The key purpose of this role is the operation of the manual and semi-automated brewing plant and process associated with PLC controls, to the SHP Quality & Safety standards.

Focus Area 1 

Shift based production performance and processes

Operate designated plant and equipment

Monitor and record specific production processes on shift [brewing sub dept. specific]

Maintain notes regarding recipe changes and adjustment additions

Accurate follow recipes and accurately measure all stored and used grains

Ensure process quality and productivity

Ensure and maintain a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to SHP safety standards

Maintain all tools/equipment and cooperate with maintenance department on large scale maintenance performances

Co-ordinate and carry out autonomous maintenance (cleaning & lubrication)

Apply basic hygiene and sanitation and adhere to food safety related rules and activities as per factory instructions

Perform Food Safety and Quality related activities as part of the FSMS and QC functions Maintain all tools/equipment and cooperate with maintenance department on large scale maintenance performances

Maintain sanitation standards, in accordance with policies, to provide a clean and food safe work environment (CIP and 5S standards)

The application of problem solving and decision-making techniques and principles shiftily

Support the team in implementing the Manufacturing excellence program

Focus Area 2

Shift

Team performance Collaborate and communicate effectively in the workplace with all teams in all departments and leadership staff

Contribute to self and team development 

Focus Area 3 

Perform administration

Ensure the application and adherence of the administration systems and procedures

Maintain documentation of a variety of activities and inventories through computer or paper systems (Ability to maintain and evaluate records and to prepare and submit reports orally and in writing)

Perform stock takes on shiftily, daily or weekly basis

Focus Area 3

Implement Manufacturing excellence program 

Carry out 5S tasks 

Do Autonomous maintenance tasks as set out by the ME pillar 

Take part in team and shift meetings as per Teamwork Pillar and support the visual management process

Carry out basic quality at source tasks

Take charge of the Operator office and use it as per design

Requirements of the Role

Chemical Engineering / Biological Sciences Diploma 

Basic skills with computer applications, to include Microsoft Office, with the ability to learn and use new computer programs

At least 6 months experience in a production environment as an operator 

Willingness to further studies and drive self-development 

Reliable mode of transport for shiftwork

Preferred Skills/Competencies

Ability to multi-task 

Demonstrate mathematical competency 

Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instruction

Ability to work and interact with process control computers as well as personal computers

Ability to perform laboratory testing for process control

Must be willing to work alongside your team including long days, on rotating or varying shifts (days, evenings, and nights) as well as overtime, weekend, or holiday work  

Willing to work in a team environment and contribute to group goals

NB: Specific duties/responsibilities will vary from time to time: the above list is intended to indicate the general nature of the post and is not exhaustive. The post holder will be expected to be flexible in supporting the business by undertaking any other responsibilities which are aligned with this job level.