The South African Breweries (SAB) is a subsidiary of AB InBev. Founded in 1895, SAB is South Africa’s top brewer and leading distributor of beer.
For more than 120 years SAB has been an integral thread in the social fabric of our country and continues to play a crucial role in the national economy. The company operates seven breweries and 40 depots in Sout...
The key purpose of the Process Artisan is to maintain, operate and improve all process and control & automation related equipment and systems. Focusing mainly on field instrumentation and networks with an understanding of the Brewing Process.
Key Roles and responsibilities:
Conducts optimization and troubleshooting of all process control systems including production related issues within the Brewe ry.
This position involves shift work and reports directly to the Brewing Area Manager
Responsible for both operating and fixing the brewing plant
Expected to lead all problem solving within the brewing manufacturing areas and escalate to respective disciplines where assista nce is required
Provide first line support for all C&A breakdowns to all brewing areas
Interpret process description specifications and conduct modifications / optimisations of process control as per specifications and standards
Identify process control deviations and resolve or recommend solutions
Support the process control change management process
Maintain process control equipment and software integrity and security
Support the development of and upgrade preventative maintenance procedures for process control systems
Have a working knowledge of new technology instrumentation, software, etc.
Develop and coach (e.g., Trainees, Instrument apprentices and process operators) to help ensure a sustainable skill pipeline for SAB
This position is during normal working hours, shift work may be a requirement
Maintain a safe and healthy work environment
Technical Knowledge & Skills:
Demonstrated and proven technical knowledge of process measurement instrumentation (level, temperature, pressure, pH, etc.) o per ating principles and calibration procedures
Basic knowledge of data historian systems ( InSQL ,
Technical knowledge of Fieldbus technology (ASI, profibusindustrialEthernet ) would be an advantage
Problem solving abilities on process control systems (PLC’s, SCADA, Batch systems, Fieldbus, instrumentation, etc.)
Knowledge of the Brewing processes
Key Attributes and Competencies
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Logical and analytical thinker, with methodical problem-solving abilities
Ability to understand technical issues and how they impact on the business
Strong aptitude / affinity for Production Execution Systems technology
Ability to effectively integrate with other teams and team members
Team player
Self-organized
Minimum Requirements:
Minimum N3 Millwright
Trade test qualification in millwright
Prior experience in a Process Control Environment
At least 2 years' experience within SAB or in a process-controlled manufacturing in a food FMC
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