Brewing and Utilities Process Artisan - Olifantsfontein, Ekurhuleni

Signal Hill Products; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage manufacturer in Gauteng is seeking a Production Engineer to optimize plant operations, ensure adherence to processes, and maintain safety standards. The role requires a Diploma in Engineering, experience in FMCG, and proficiency in computer applications. Candidates must be willing to work in a team and on varying shifts. This position offers the opportunity to engage in production and maintenance practices while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years Production Engineering Experience in FMCG is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and adaptable to new software.

Responsibilities

• Operate process according to standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate autonomous maintenance in the process area.
• Ensure adherence to administration systems and procedures.

Skills

Production Engineering Experience

Basic computer applications

Education

Diploma in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Overall Responsibility

The key purpose of this role is to ensure optimum utilization of the plant by Operating and maintaining a specific process in the plant, and the execution of maintenance and asset care activities in support of the Brewery and ensure sustainability within the business.

Focus Area 1

• Operate Process according to standard operating procedure (SOP's)
• Execute Daily schedules: Production and Maintenance
• Owner of the performance of the assigned process area
• Ensure process quality and productivity
• Ensure and maintain a safe and healthy work environment
• Co-ordinate autonomous maintenance in process area
• Adherence to basic hygiene and food safety related rules and activities as per policies
• Actively participate in shift meetings, asking questions to test understanding and contributing suggestions. making use of the action logs to record issues, problems and improvement opportunities
• Constantly reviewing process performance against target, and recording short stops and correcting any out of controls
• Maintain all tools/equipment and cooperate with maintenance department on large scale maintenance performances
• Support manufacturing excellence initiatives and routines

Focus Area 2

Shift performance

• Collaborate and communicate effectively in the workplace with all teams in all departments and leadership staff
• Ensure Maximum Process performance in the work area during the shift
• Ensure Utilization of the Quick Fix Routes and Why Why's as and when required
• Ensure SIC's are updated as per the required standard
• Contribute to self and team development

Focus Area 3

Perform administration

• Ensure the application and adherence to the administration systems and procedures
• Maintain documentation of a variety of activities and inventories through computer or paper systems for the Process area
• Perform administrative roles to ensure adherence to Process specification

Requirements of the Role

• Diploma in Engineering or equivalent
• Proficient in basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office, with a demonstrated ability to quickly learn and adapt to new software programs
• Minimum of 1 - 3 years Production Engineering Experience in FMCG would be advantageous
• Understanding of Maintenance Processes and Practices
• Reliable mode of transport for shiftwork

Preferred Skills/Competencies

• Ability to multi-task and carrying out autonomous operations as defined for the process areas
• 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
• Make use of relevant communication media (e.g. shift logbook) to stay informed and inform others of issues
• 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.