YEAST SPECIALIST

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

Job summary

ABInBev Group in Gauteng invites applications for a role overseeing yeast propagation and management within the brewery cellars. You will ensure end-to-end yeast processes align with business needs, maintain storage and handling, and coach teams on quality, hygiene and CIP practices.

The role requires a BSc (Biological Sciences, Chemistry or Chemical Engineering) or equivalent, completion of SAB Brewing traineeship, and solid knowledge of SWP, VPO, NOSA standards and QMS.

Qualifications

• BSc in Biological Sciences, Chemistry or Chem Eng or equivalent B.Tech.
• SAB Ltd Brewing traineeship completed.
• Strong knowledge of SWP, VPO, QMS and NOSA standards.
• Understanding of production planning processes and financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end yeast propagation per business requirements.
• Oversee yeast storage, handling and coach others.
• Manage wort, yeast, water and fermentation processes.
• Lead CIP and hygiene initiatives in the prop room.
• Drive technical projects and continuous improvement.
• Apply VPO for process effectiveness.
• Contribute to vertical supply chain understanding.
• Ensure compliance with SAB global brewing standards.

Skills

Yeast propagation knowledge

Problem solving

Quality management systems

NOSA standards

VPO understanding

CIP and hygiene practices

Education

BSc in Biological Sciences, Chemistry or Chem Eng or equivalent B.Tech

SAB Ltd Brewing traineeship completed

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?

Key Purpose of this role is to manage the operational and technical aspects of yeast propagation and yeast management within the brewery cellars department ensuring compliance to the SAB Ltd and global brewing standards.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Manage the full end-to-end process of yeast propagation in alignment with business requirements.
• Manage yeast storage and handling, and coach others to the requirements thereof.
• Manage wort, yeast, water and fermentation process and microbiology.
• Conduct problem solving in everyday activities and identify sustainable and creative solutions where required.
• Demonstrate relevant knowledge of the brewing process and vertical supply chain.
• Provide yeast subject matter expertise in Cellars and build capability as the SME across the brewing fraternity.
• Lead and champion yeast and prop room CIP and hygiene.
• Manage and drive technical projects.
• Leverage VPO to ensure effectiveness in delivering performance.

Minimum Requirements:

• A BSc in Biological Sciences, Chemistry or Chem Eng or equivalent B.Tech degree.
• Must have completed SAB Ltd Brewing traineeship.
• Must have an in-depth understanding and knowledge of Standard Work Practices (SWP) and VPO, Problem solving methodologies and Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Sound understanding and knowledge of the Business Planning Processes.
• Good understanding of the NOSA Standards.
• Must know and understand the different production planning processes across the value chain.
• Good understanding of financial processes within the SAB context.

Additional Information:

Band: VII

ABInBev is an equal opportunity employer, and all appointments will be made in line with ABInBev 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