Process Operator: Production Planner & Quality Champion

Heineken; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Heineken in Germiston is seeking a proactive Production Support Associate to assist in daily shift planning and execution. You will ensure material availability, perform blending per SOPs, and support autonomous maintenance to keep the line running.

The role requires 0–2 years in a similar setting, strong numerical ability, and teamwork. You will follow safety standards and SOPs, contributing to quality and TPM activities within the plant.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in a similar environment.
• Computer literate (MS Office, MES, LIMS, and SAP).
• Ability to work independently, identify and solve problems and make relevant decisions.
• Be self-motivated and action driven.
• Be a team player and innovator.
• Sound conflict handling experience.
• Strong numerical aptitude and analytical abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan shift following production plan and escalate constraints to achieve the production plan per SharePoint planning schedule.
• Ensure all raw materials, tanks, production line, ingredients and chemicals are available for achieving the plan.
• Blend according to Standard Operating Procedures.
• Execute autonomous maintenance tasks and avail the plant for breakdown.
• Manage quality first time right by completing source documents in full.
• CIP compliance: ensure clean, sterilized tanks are used; CIP schedule adherence; tank swab schedule adherence; availability of chemicals for CIP.
• Ensure correct information on source documentation, QC slip reviewed against blending results, COA and product specifications.
• Adhere to TPM Module Tasks.
• Complete assigned training for TPM activities.
• Complete aspiration plan to target including skills matrix and training plans.
• Comply with company safety and housekeeping standards.
• Ensure compliance to PPE requirements per task and process area.
• Report unsafe behaviours, conditions and near misses.
• Handle company products with the necessary care.
• Contribute in efforts to ensure maximum productivity of the team.
• Participate in MDT meetings to ensure optimal teamwork and team performance.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Numerical aptitude

Independent problem solving

Self-motivated

Team player

Conflict handling

Tools

MS Office

MES

LIMS

SAP

Job description

Heineken in Germiston is seeking a proactive Production Support Associate to assist in daily shift planning and execution. You will ensure material availability, perform blending per SOPs, and support autonomous maintenance to keep the line running.

The role requires 0–2 years in a similar setting, strong numerical ability, and teamwork. You will follow safety standards and SOPs, contributing to quality and TPM activities within the plant.