Quality Process Operator at The South African Breweries (SAB)

• The key purpose of this role is to carry out all the required quality checks in his/her designated area, meeting the prescribed frequency and outputs as per ABInBev quality and process standards. Supports shift 
• operations by ensuring front line problem solving for out-of-control processes and executing maintenance tasks such as cleaning and autonomous operations.

Key outputs and responsibilities:

OPERATING AND PROCESS CONTROL

• Operating equipment in Packaging process areas according to VPO standards​
• Constantly reviewing process performance against target, and recording short stops and correcting any out of controls using the VPO tools​
• Recording waste and movement of product on the appropriate documentation or information systems
• Review trends to identify & resolve problems

MAINTENANCE OF PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

• Carrying out autonomous operations as defined for the process areas
• Identify defective plant, and report these through to the Process Artisan or Team Leader to assist with resolution
• Assisting the Process Artisan/Machine specialist in executing running repairs on shift​

QUALITY CONTROL AND ANALYSIS

• Carrying out the required quality checks and analyses, and recording the results on the appropriate information system
• The list of quality checks to be executed is contained in the work instructions
• React to the results using the VPO tools supplied

COMMUNICATION

• 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
• Make use of relevant communication media (e.g. shift logbook) to stay informed and inform others of issues
• Complete required hand over to incoming shift team members, ensuring the issues relating to plant performance, quality and maintenance are communicated

PROBLEM SOLVING​

• Where problems occur, use the VPO problem solving tools to resolve and record the issues

Minimum Requirements: 

• Grade 12
• Mechanical aptitude
• Machine specific experience
• Technical qualification (N3 or similar)
• At least 1-3 years factory production experience.
• Demonstrated experience in shift production
• A superior performance track record indicating a disciplined work ethic with passion for problem solving and continuous improvement