Maturation Controller - Paarl at The Heineken Company

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

• Transfer of unmatured product into barrels
• Transferring of matured product out of barrels
• Quality control for product into maturation
• Effective maturation loss control
• Effective Barrels stock management
• Samples preparation, participation in organoleptic evaluation and sample analysis
• Co-ordinate and assist with monthly stock take
• Effective record keeping for all maturation activities
• Accurately complete all departmental administrative tasks including SAP transactions
• Assist with planning of daily departmental activities
• Ensure maturation related equipment is maintained and in good working condition
• Assist with risk control on site and effectively support all site SHERQ initiatives
• Liaise with cooperage on barrel related activities
• Accurate updating of maturation volumes on the whisky model
• Effective supervision and development of staff
• Championing TPM activities
• Execution of Ad-hoc duties supporting Maturation related projects and initiatives

The successful candidate must have the following qualification, experience, skills and attributes:

• Grade 12, preferably with Maths and Science
• Minimum 3 years in a production/manufacturing environment
• Relevant experience in a leadership capacity will be highly advantageous
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience in stock control
• Experience in key budgeting principles and cost control
• Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Basic SAP knowledge)
• Be highly organised with excellent planning and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure with minimal supervision
• Own reliable transport with a valid code 8 drivers’ license
• A valid code 10 driver’s license will be an advantage
• Contribute to problem-solving activities
• Willingness to work long, irregular hours when required
• Punctuality and attendance reliability