Process Control Associate

Job Description of a Process Control Associate

Job Title:

Process Control Associate

Location:

Head Office

Grade Level:

Department:

Shared Services Department

Reports to (Title):

Internal Control Manager

Direct Reports:

Process Control Officer

Job Purpose

To monitor and maintain the production process. To analyze existing processes and advice on system upgrades, perform regular equipment maintenance, maintain inventory and supplies and ensure product quality.

Core Responsibilities and Key Result Areas

Process Control

• Analyze company processes for delays, obstruction and weakness


• Advise on process upgrades to improve production rates and reduce cost


• Develop process control strategies and standards to improve operational efficiency


• Work with team to implement process control models, strategies and other methods for ensuring quality output


• Develop new standards that incorporate the new/modified system


• Provide control system support for large capital projects


• Identify and train resources on process control improvements


• Implement changes to the process control system in a timely and accurate manner.


• Assure process documentation is regularly developed and maintained.


• Identify and train resources on process control improvements.


• Execute work assignment in accordance to company standards and quality systems.


• Ensure compliance and enforcement of company, safety, environmental, governmental policies and regulations as they apply.


• Provide weekly/monthly reports on specific operating results or activities as indicated by his/her supervisor.


• Provide technical expertise in support of capital projects, process evaluation, and project modifications.


• Assist process technology and production teams in the development and programming of control sequences for all system-controlled processes

Key Performance Indicators

• Customer Service satisfaction rate


• Return on Investment


• Market penetration


• First Pass Yield

Knowledge Requirements

• Good knowledge of process related standards


• Knowledge of the business and Food industry

Job Specifications

Educational Requirements

Professional Requirements

Experience Requirements

- A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Business administration, Engineering or related field is required.

Possession of any relevant certification is essential

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in similar role

Decision Expectations

• Optimize industrial processes from inception through to start up certification


• Develop best practices, routines and innovative solutions to improve production rates

Working Conditions

Jobholder typically works 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, although this role may involve working overtime, if there is workload.

Contacts and Purpose of Contact

Internal Contacts (most frequent contacts)

Purpose of Contact

• Executive Management

• Exchange or provide information


• Obtain, clarify, and discuss information


• Present, discuss information and problems


• Collaborate, negotiate and present ideas


• Deal with, influence or motivate subordinates


• Promote, justify or settle highly sensitive matters

External Contacts (most frequent contacts)

• Service Providers/ Vendors

Authorisation

DMD/HD Name and Signature:

Date: