Cooperage Controller at Distell

Applications are invited for the above-mentioned position within SA Distilleries, based at Van Ryn in Stellenbosch. The successful incumbent will report to the Cooperage Manager

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure that production targets are met
• Assess incoming barrels for repair requirements
• Limit maturation losses through efficient management and control of barrel repairs including pressure and leakage tests
• Ensure compliance to all Health and Safety requirements
• Ensure good housekeeping principles are implemented and adhered to
• Maintain accurate record keeping of all barrel movements on SAP
• Effective stock management of barrels and alternative wood products
• Maintain the required complement of skilled Coopers by overseeing the Learner Cooper training programme including assessment of competence
• Ensure that Empowering Excellence (E²) initiatives and processes are integated to improve efficiency and facilitate standardisation
• Effective management of the Cooperage vehicles
• Ad hoc duties as required

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications/experience/skills/attributes:

• Matric or equivalent
• A relevant tertiary level qualification will be highly advantageous
• At least 5 years’ relevant experience in a Supervisory capacity in a similar environment
• PC literacy (MS Office, SAP)
• A good working knowledge of Distillery operations and requirements
• Demonstrable knowledge of Alternative Wood Products will be highly advantageous
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills
• Sound leadership skills (People Management and Development)
• Team player with strong relationship building ability
• A self-starter with the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Willingness to do local travel to SA Distillery sites
• Punctuality and attendance reliability