Packaging Technical Expert

SAB; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

SAB is seeking a Line Integration Engineer in South Africa to drive sustainable packaging performance and resolve medium- and long-term stakeholder queries. You will interface with vendors and front-line teams to implement technology-based solutions and improve downtime via KPI-driven improvements.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years FMCG packaging experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work standby/overtime as required.

Qualifications

• N6 National Diploma with Trade Test or higher is required.
• Over 5 years’ FMCG experience.
• Bottle washing and packaging process knowledge preferred.
• Willing to work standby and overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Own, manage and drive change in packaging equipment and processes.
• Lead packaging value engineering and sustainability projects.
• Develop SWIs, SOPs and schedules; train Front Line Team.
• Collaborate with ZTEs, Vendors and Reverse Engineering Specialists to meet KPIs.
• Provide front-line support for production systems when needed.

Skills

Change agent mindset

Packaging experience

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

N6 National Diploma with Trade Test

National Diploma

BSc or equivalent

Job description

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It's who we are as a company. It's our culture. It's our heritage. And more than ever, it's our future. A future where we're always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life's moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

The Key Purpose of this job is to execute Line Integration Engineering to ensure sustainable performance, manage day-to-day resolution of medium- and long-term stakeholder queries, and interface with vendors & Front-Line team to implement technology-based solutions.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Excellent at owning, managing and driving change – a change agent within Bottle Washers, Crate Washers and Pasteurizers Communicate effectively by conveying information and ideas in a clear, meaningful, and timely manner, providing information to ensure understanding Lead the execute packaging value engineering and sustainability projects Drive effective Loop closure to prevent reoccurring downtime in packaging hall Utilize the link between OWs and AWS to drive performance through VPO tools Develop SWIs, SOPs and schedules reviewed and train Front Line Team Work closely with excellent packaging technical team to develop and implement new technologies Effectively drive MEO planning by utilizing short-, medium- and long-term action plans through focused L&W Drive projects to meet quality expectations and business objectives Manage multiple objectives and assignments in a fast-paced environment. Research and develop solutions for complex washing machines challenges in the packaging environment through ZTE support Assist with front-line support of production systems (including outside of normal working hours) Restore equipment to an "as new" condition, in which initial deterioration is eliminated or controlled Actively participate in problem solving (5 Why reviews, Abnormality Reports and PDCA/ITF's) to provide deep technical knowledge to ensure correct root cause identification and that suitable preventive measures are identified and implemented Partake in maintenance postmortems to feedback problems, opportunities and learnings from maintenance activities Where requested, provide coaching, mentoring and knowledge transfer of machine operation to shift based teams Collaborate with ZTE's, Vendor's and Reverse Engineering Specialist to deliver KPI's

Key Attributes and Competencies:

Bottle washing experience & toolkit Packaging experience (highly advantageous) Physically fit (Physically demanding environment) Ability to self‑manage, with initiative and bias for action Enquiring and analytical thinking ability Problem solving ability Great attention to detail with the ability to prioritize Good communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work in teams Prepared to work standby and overtime when required Carry out housekeeping tasks, and apply 5S principles during the execution of duties Specialized knowledge of the packaging process Minimum Requirements: N6 National Diploma with Trade Test National Diploma BSc and equivalent will be advantageous Over 5 years’ experience in an FMCG Environment A motivated individual with high levels of resilience and the ability to operate in a high pressure Excellent planning and organizational skills

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Grade: VII SAB is an equal opportunity employer, and all appointments will be made in line with SAB employment equity plan and talent requirements. The advert has minimum requirements listed. Management reserves the right to use additional/relevant information as criteria for short‑listing. The South African Breweries (SAB) has reimagined what a beer company can be and has anchored this in a powerful brand purpose – We Dream Big to Create a Future With More Cheers – which articulates who we are and where we are going. At SAB it's always about more than the beer. We are driven by our passion to demonstrate the unique power of beer to propel South Africa forward. Since our inception over a century ago, SAB has grown to become South Africa's largest brewer, a powerful economic contributor, a leader in sustainability, and a champion of responsible consumption. SAB is one of South Africa’s admired companies and corporate brands. The company has 7 breweries and 42 depots in South Africa, a total workforce of approximately 5000, and supports a beer economy 'from seed to sip' of over 250 000 jobs. Its portfolio of beer brands meets the needs of a wide range of consumers and includes leading brands in beer and beyond such as Castle Lager, Carling Black Label, Corona, Brutal Fruit, and Flying Fish