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.