Packaging Operator at International Breweries

Job Purpose:

The primary function of this position is to operate and maintain defined Packaging equipment and related processes to achieve optimal effectiveness.

Duties 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.
• Fully understand the team Dream and contribute in achieving it. 
• 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.

Profile:

• Min. of B.Sc./HND or equivalent in Engineering.
• Experience in Packaging process Environment

Traits & Competences Required:

• A logical, analytical problem solver who can operate in a fast-paced environment.
• A team player
• High level of initiative and energy