Utilities Process Control Technician at International Breweries

The Key Purpose of this role is to  perform optimization /modifications of process control systems. Support the installations of process control systems Maintain, calibrate,   repair equipment, optimize brewing plant equipment 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 process control 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 about installation, upgrades and enhancement.
• Troubleshoot Brewing and E&F as well as Packaging process control systems when require

MAINTAIN A SAFE AND 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 DEVICE

• 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 AND PRACTICES

• Apply 5S standards and practices in the workplace
• Operate and control the process according to SOP’s
• Conduct autonomous maintenance
• Manage quality at source
• Improve personal competence and flexibility
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment

APPLY PROBLEM SOLVING PROCESSEs

• Utilize short interval control to identify problems
• Apply problem solving techniques to resolve situational problems

PERFORM ADMINISTRATION

• Complete associated tracking and monitoring: Complete ATO administration and take action as required.
• Complete Team room administration as required
• Use QFR's (As per triggers)•Complete 5 WHY's (As per triggers) with relevant team members
• Contribute towards AB reports as required
• Report, execute 5-whys together with Support Technicians, collaborate to deploy corrective actions

Key Attributes and Competencies

• Analytical ability and attention to detail
• Display  initiative  and  ability  to  interact  and  influence  at  all levels of the organization, within a team environment and with suppliers
• Motivated self-starter with high energy levels
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Team player

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant Technical Qualification / Diploma
• 9 months on the job training, SKAP completed
• Experience within a Brewing FMCG industry