Inspection and Coding Specialist at International Breweries

The Key Purpose of this role is to perform activities related to inspection and coding optimization and apply VPO principles. The Inspection and Coding Specialist must ensure a safe and healthy working environment and support the installations of process control & relevant electrical systems, as well as to maintain, calibrate, repair equipment, optimize plant and associated devices to ensure plant availability and product quality.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Interpret process description specifications and conduct modifications /optimizations of process control software as per specifications and software standards
• Identify process control software deviations and resolve or recommend solutions
• Support the process control software change management process
• Maintain process control software integrity and security
• Support the development of and upgrade preventative maintenance procedures for inspection & coding systems
• Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers and field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts
• Maintain working knowledge of new technology instrumentation, software, etc., through reading and/or attending conferences, workshops or other training.
• Provide engineering/projects support and recommendations for new and existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades and enhancement.
• Troubleshoot Packaging inspection & coding systems.

Maintain a safe & healthy working environment

• Comply with safety, health and environmental procedures and legislation
• Maintain safety and housekeeping standards

Maintain, calibrate, repair equipment and optimize plant and associated devices

• Locate plant, equipment, spares and relevant documentation / systems
• Plan and prepare the job
• Carry out repairs / maintenance
• Continuously improve (optimize) plant, process equipment and systems
• Operate plant and process equipment
• Calibrate instruments

Work In Teams

• Communicate effectively in teams
• Contribute to self and team development

Apply the VPO principles & practices

• All work is carried out using the VPO principles

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of HND or B.Sc. in Electrical Electronics, Industrial Physics or Computer Science or a related discipline.
• Relevant professional certifications or technical training is an added advantage.
• Min: 3-6 months on the job training plus Vendor Maintenance
• Routine electrical and instrumentation maintenance or similar.
• Minimum of 2 years hands-on experience in a manufacturing or production environment, preferably within the FMCG or beverage industry.