Current Vacancies at The Coca-Cola Company

Key Duties & Responsibilities    
KEY OUTPUT

• To conduct quality tests, to compile reports and to communicate out of line specifications so that the quality of the product and package are maintained in line with Company standards, cost are minimized and records are available for audit purposes.

Skills, Experience & Education    
QUALIFICATIONS

• Studying towards Microbiology, Biotechnology,Food Technology or related qualification · Completed theoretical modules and require practical exposure to complete the qualification 

KNOWLEDGE

• An understanding of microbiology, chemistry, biochemistry, physics and mathematics related to the food industry, laboratory policy and practices.

SKILLS

• Thrive in a fast paced, pressurised and competitive environment · The ability to apply theoretical scientific principles in the development of novel business solutions · Well developed decision making skills · Identifiy and apply new trends

ATTITUDE

• A passion for quality and people · High energy levels and a positive attitude

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Key Duties & Responsibilities    
Responsibilities:

• Participate in the crafting and embedding of the People Experience (PE) Strategy and Execution Plan/s for CCBA: Drive the implementation of an innovative People Experience and Engagement philosophy throughout CCBA by actively contributing to the development of annual P&C Department strategies. Utilise tools like design thinking, persona development, and analytics to enhance PE offerings and foster stronger employee connections.
• Ensure the development and implementation of assigned People Experience and Engagement strategies, policies, and frameworks: Conduct thorough external and internal research to identify and craft CCBA specific P&C policies, trends, and innovations. Support the development and implementation of the employee engagement strategy, actively participating in core channel development and change programmes. Analyse internal PE processes and policies to identify areas for improvement and set priorities across Employee Experience, Engagement, and employee communications.
• Lead the management and execution of targeted People Experience and Engagement Solutions: Implement tactical strategies and policies for PE initiatives, positioning CCBA as an employer of choice through EVP and related activities. Oversee and manage PE solutions and systems (CCBA×) ensuring excellence by monitoring progress across markets using various levels of analytics, including predictive analysis to pre-empt future needs. Assist in crafting a position document on organisational culture and share insights on employee needs. Communicate new solutions to managers, ensure organisational adoption, and continuously monitor workplace cultures. Provide coaching and training on PE optimisation in-country.
• Create a collaborative work environment within team, across P&C and all markets leading the People Experience and Engagement agenda across CCBA: Offer specialised support to People & Culture colleagues, regional P&C employer brand specialists and throughout the organisation. Leverage colleague feedback for prioritising efforts and aligning internal processes with a top-tier employee experience. Collaborate with colleagues to develop and distribute a synchronised annual employee communications plan, ensuring timely access to relevant information. Foster collaboration across the business to ensure the successful implementation of PE and employee lifecycle initiatives.
• Service Provider Management (Vendor Management): Take responsibility for selecting and managing essential service providers for People Experience, fostering positive ongoing relationships through regular updates. Evaluate potential new service providers for People Experience solutions, make recommendations, assist in procurement, and ensure monitoring of performance against SLAs while addressing below-standard performance as required.

Accountabilities:

• Well-designed People Experience and Engagement solutions informed by meticulous research and strategic planning, effectively contributing to the attainment of business objectives.
• People Experience initiatives which are well executed and monitored with various analytics to produce data driven insights into areas for improvement and geared towards optimising solutions to deliver a world-class employee experience.
• High levels of employee engagement established by continuously enhancing the employee experience, employee engagement strategy, and communication channels with feedback mechanisms and dashboards for senior stakeholders.
• Engaged and high-performing service providers that contribute to the overall effectiveness and efficiency of People Experience initiatives.
• A collaborative work environment within the team, across P&C, and throughout all markets, leading the People Experience and Engagement agenda.

Skills, Experience & Education    
Qualifications:

• Minimum requirement of a postgraduate degree in Behavioral Economics or the Social Sciences.
• An MBA or a Master's Degree enabling a strong business understanding is advantageous.

Experience:

• Minimum of 10+ years in an Human Resources role in a corporate or consulting environment, functioning in a similar capacity across diverse cultures and geographies with pan-Africa multi-cultural experience.
• Experience within the FMCG beverage industry (medium to large organisation) is desirable.
• At least 4 years+ experience (preferably within a Centre of Excellence of a large corporate operating across geographies) in using design thinking and a consultative approach to create culture frameworks and enterprise-wide employee experience and engagement solutions that have significantly improved organisational employee engagement and satisfaction.
• Extensive experience in developing and localising employer branding using workforce segmentation to enhance the organisation's reputation as a preferred employer, to attract and retain top talent. This experience is ideally rooted in operating within a Centre of Excellence (CoE) framework and executing these strategies in collaboration with decentralised specialists across various geographies.
• A solid history of effective collaboration with internal and external partners at all levels, including influencing senior stakeholders and securing support for people experience initiatives.
• Proven project management expertise in leading large-scale People Experience and Engagement projects, demonstrating exceptional organisational and time management skills to efficiently manage multiple initiatives and drive meaningful organisational change.
• Global Collaboration and Cultural Sensitivity: Demonstrable experience in fostering global collaboration and deep cross-working relationships across diverse cultures and geographies, ensuring strategies are inclusive and resonate across all markets within the CCBA Group.

Skills:

• Mastery in applying a consultative approach within the organisation, leveraging deep expertise in people experience and people experience and engagement to provide strategic counsel, facilitate complex problem-solving, and drive meaningful organisational change.
• Design Thinking: Expertise in employing design-thinking methodologies to address and innovate on employee experience and engagement, leading to user-centred solutions that resonate across diverse employee groups.
• Mastery in emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills, facilitating deep connections and fostering environments that ensure every employee feels acknowledged and engaged.
• Strategic Employer Brand Development and Localisation: Demonstrated skill in strategically developing and promoting a compelling employer brand, pivotal in bolstering the organisation's image as a preferred employer, and crucial for supporting country-specific employer brand enhancements to attract and retain a diverse and talented workforce.
• Expert skills in effectively communicating with and influencing senior stakeholders, securing organisational alignment and comprehensive support for strategic initiatives focused on enhancing people experience and engagement.
• Cross-Functional Team Collaboration: Proven ability to lead and work within cross-functional teams, leveraging collaborative skills to drive People Experience initiatives with internal and external stakeholders, enhancing overall organisational performance.
• Proven project management skills, combined with exceptional organisational and time management abilities, crucial for efficiently multitasking and prioritising the design and implementation of enterprise-wide People Experience and Engagement solutions.

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Key Duties & Responsibilities    
Key Output:

• Identified and implemented new business opportunities
• Optimized customer service
• Formulated account reviews
• Formulated account plans
• Managed and optimized accounts
• Managed and maintained assets
• Generated orders
• Executed promotions
• Managed cash and credit accounts
• Compiled competitor report

Key Attributes & Competencies Knowledge:

• Sales/Marketing principles and practices
• CCBSA product knowledge
• TSP principles
• Manage execution standards
• Merchandising and cooler management
• Trade replacement
• Order taking
• Credit Management
• Basic Finance and Commercial knowledge Attributes:
• Good analytical and numerical ability
• Socially outgoing and confident
• Able to build positive relationships
• Ability to negotiate
• Team player who can also work independently
• Assertive and persuasive- ability to influence
• Open to change and looking for opportunities for improvement
• Good problem solving ability, solutions orientated and can be innovative
• Good analytical and problem-solving ability
• Responsible, conscientious and dependable
• Willing to take calculated risks
• Self-discipline and well organized
• Good planning ability
• Flexibility
• Good ability to work under pressure and handle a demanding work environment
• High energy levels and drive

Skills, Experience & Education    
Qualifications & Experience:

• Matric and completed 3 year sales/marketing qualification.
• 2 years relevant FMCG experience in a sales/marketing environment.
• Experienced driver with a code 08 drivers license
• Computer literate or potential to acquire

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Key Duties & Responsibilities    

• Continuously analyse the VAT accounts making sure the VAT is posted correctly and take appropriate actions when necessary.
• Month end activities around the VAT accounting including the VAT accounts reconciliations and filing of relevant returns (specifically including the Review and filing of all monthly VAT 201 returns for registered South African vendors).
• Control the VAT payment and receivable process ensuring the deadlines are met.
• Coordinate ongoing improvement / standardization initiatives within VAT accounting/reporting processes to achieve best practices.
• Ensure the Company is compliant with VAT regulations across the region.
• Sustain an excellent relationship with local Finance Business Partners.
• Participate in various projects.
• Preparing responses to correspondence from Revenue Authorities (South Africa), including preparation of supporting schedules and extraction of samples drafting and lodging (i) responses to Revenue Authorities enquiries; (ii) objections to assessments; (iii) applications for rulings and/or directives.
• Reviewing correspondence to Revenue Authorities (Greater Africa) in relation to request for information and/or audits.
• Conducting tax health checks and reviews to ensure compliance with in-country legislation.
• Monitoring in-country tax compliance.
• Review of Group Companies tax General Ledger (GL) reconciliations and ensuring timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Draft internal communications for business advising on legislative changes to the extent it has an impact on business.
• Identification and implementation of value adding or tax saving opportunities.
• Provide support to Group Companies on VAT, Customs and Excise Duties related queries; and providing support on ensuring Group Companies comply with CCBA Governance Framework and Group Tax Controls.
• Oversight over the manage the Port of Entry Deferment Accounts in South Africa and ensuring adherence to Customs & Excise regulations.
• Managing Import VAT, Customs and Customs queries received from border posts.

Skills, Experience & Education    
Qualifications:

• Degree in Accounting or Finance with Honours in Taxation or equivalent.
• CA (SA) / Masters in Taxation advantageous.

Experience:

• 5 years’ post-qualification experience in Taxation.
• 5 years Financial Accounting and direct Operational Finance experience.

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About the role

• To ensure the handling of Sea and road shipments, for Finish Goods and Raw Material imports for CCBSA. This involves collaborating with shipping lines and road transport companies to meet Manufacturing planning requirements through efficient imports execution
• Extent of the role’s involvement in supervision and other team leadership activities 
• The role has one direct report in the form of an Imports Controller.
• Level of interaction within and outside of the company as well as the nature and purpose of the interaction
• Engages with direct and indirect customers, to provide constant communication regarding any matters concerning orders and shipments.
• Engages with Procurement teams to align on pricing and sources of supply requirements.
• Engages with external agents and port agencies (i.e., MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company); MERSK etc.) to identify opportunities and negotiate on supply Lead times; Port availability and Costs.
• Engages with Finance to align on forex and insurance requirements.
• Engages with external warehousing companies (i.e., DSV Warehousing) to negotiate favourable service level agreements relating to delivery requirements.
• Engages with all Plants and Supply Planners to manage raw material or containers, to ensure that the processes are followed to manage materials at and between External Facilities and CCBSA plants
• The role liaises with Freight Suppliers and Contractors to manage imports
• Will engage all Supply Chain functions to continuously find better ways to manage and control raw materials.

Key Duties & Responsibilities    
Responsibilities

Material Management Planning and Control

• Conduct and accurate assessment of order requirements and follow up with suppliers, shipping, clearing and forwarding agents at required times to ensure on time and in full goods supply.
• Manage and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure consistent delivery of outputs (i.e., Regrind machine output monitoring and redundant crate quantity measurements versus available space).
• Analyse and solve situation problems to ensure uninterrupted supply of materials (i.e., Negotiating with shipping lines on delivery schedules and timelines).
• Compile reports for Materials Planning team and their customers to enable effective planning and record keeping.
• Effective management of the Crate Regrind process (i.e., Process managed from regrind source to reconciliation of use at supplier; Claims raised against suppliers that use more than the agreed % loss tolerance and Subcontractor stock in Planning Storage locations managed and controlled).
• Ensure the effective supports of New Projects with Imports expertise to enable seamless product entrenchment (i.e., New Product Introductions; Bill of Material (BOM).
• Manage, monitor and collaborate with external goods temporary storage agents/planning/plants to ensure cost effective delivery of goods to final destination.

Governance and Reporting

• Ensure compliance with SARS Tax legislation and requirements by aligning with (Incoterms-2010), payment terms by customer and type of transport required by sea or road.
• Conduct monthly Stock Counts, Recons, posting and reporting for external sites where materials are stored/received to ensure compliance.
• Manage the daily; weekly and monthly Procure to Pay (PTP) Controls to ensure adherence to governance principles (i.e., to enable efficient Supplier payments).
• Ensure Working Capital alignment to budget and maintaining full supply without introducing the risk of shortages (i.e., Structured purchase of Resin for consistent supply at optimal cost).
• Manage the Budgeting and Forecasting of costs for the Materials Planning Department (i.e., Risk and Liability accruals; Forex forward cover; Landed cost reporting and Insurance reporting to AON)
• The effective management of procurement processes aligned to the Voyage Costs process on MSD to ensure compliance.
• Ensure that the VAT is outlaid timeously to enable optimal receipt of cross-border shipments.

Risk Management

• Manage and ensure lead times of the cargo deliveries to manufacturing sites to avoid out of stocks.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with stakeholders and customers regarding risks to ensure effective mitigations (i.e., Changes in supply channels to prevent delays).
• Implement business continuity plans to manage any arising crisis (i.e., Shipping delays; Quality violations; Damages and Claims).
• Identifying ad-hoc imports opportunities (i.e., Determining optimal ways to ensure an uninterrupted supply of goods) to enable business continuity.

Accountabilities

If the incumbent in this role is successful at the job, they will be accountable for the following:

• Imports handing of goods into external facilities.
• Material management (with a 6-to-12-month outlook)
• Sustainability and cost control (R8.9 bn imports annual spend)
• Governance

Skills, Experience & Education    

• Candidate requirements
• A minimum of a relevant qualification (Diploma/equivalent tertiary qualification in Operations/ Logistics Management).
• With a minimum of 2 to 3 years’ experience, within in Beverage or Similar Consumer Goods Industry.
• Experience in supply planning functions will be an advantage.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft products and MSD.

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Key Purpose

• To execute and control Capital Projects in the manufacturing (bottling and utilities) and warehouse spaces for CCBSA. This is done by executing the Project through the deployment of resources and processes so as to deliver the business outcomes within required governance standards in order to meet customer and business requirements.

Key Duties & Responsibilities    
Capital Projects Execution

• Manage and Lead the execution of approved projects through Consulting Engineers and Contractors.
• Manage the procurement processes to secure capital goods and services.
• Use proven Project Management tools and practices to Plan, Execute, Control and Close out the initiated projects to deliver the business requirements as set out in the design and business case.

Skills, Experience & Education    

• A minimum of Matric and a BSc Engineering in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Industrial Engineering.
• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience within applied Engineering.
• Prior Beverage manufacturing and projects experience would be preferable.

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Key Duties & Responsibilities    
Key Output:

• Identified and implemented new business opportunities
• Optimized customer service
• Formulated account reviews
• Formulated account plans
• Managed and optimized accounts
• Managed and maintained assets
• Generated orders
• Executed promotions
• Managed cash and credit accounts
• Compiled competitor report

Key Attributes & Competencies Knowledge:

• Sales/Marketing principles and practices
• CCBSA product knowledge
• TSP principles
• Manage execution standards
• Merchandising and cooler management
• Trade replacement
• Order taking
• Credit Management
• Basic Finance and Commercial knowledge Attributes:
• Good analytical and numerical ability
• Socially outgoing and confident
• Able to build positive relationships
• Ability to negotiate
• Team player who can also work independently
• Assertive and persuasive- ability to influence
• Open to change and looking for opportunities for improvement
• Good problem solving ability, solutions orientated and can be innovative
• Good analytical and problem-solving ability
• Responsible, conscientious and dependable
• Willing to take calculated risks
• Self-discipline and well organized
• Good planning ability
• Flexibility
• Good ability to work under pressure and handle a demanding work environment
• High energy levels and drive

Skills, Experience & Education    
Qualifications & Experience:

• Matric and completed 3 year sales/marketing qualification.
• 2 years relevant FMCG experience in a sales/marketing environment.
• Experienced driver with a code 08 drivers license
• Computer literate or potential to acquire

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Key Duties & Responsibilities    
KEY OUTPUT

• To conduct quality tests, to compile reports and to communicate out of line specifications so that the quality of the product and package are maintained in line with Company standards, cost are minimized and records are available for audit purposes.

Skills, Experience & Education    
QUALIFICATIONS

• Studying towards Microbiology, Biotechnology,Food Technology or related qualification · Completed theoretical modules and require practical exposure to complete the qualification 

KNOWLEDGE

• An understanding of microbiology, chemistry, biochemistry, physics and mathematics related to the food industry, laboratory policy and practices.

SKILLS

• Thrive in a fast paced, pressurised and competitive environment · The ability to apply theoretical scientific principles in the development of novel business solutions · Well developed decision making skills · Identifiy and apply new trends

ATTITUDE

• A passion for quality and people · High energy levels and a positive attitudeu

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Key Purpose  

• To execute discount related processes and procedures for Commercial Head Office to enable accurate discount allocation, spend and reporting. Partner with commercial operational teams to provide strong, integrated analytical insights and support that enable the delivery of the discount financial performance of CCBSA.

Key Duties & Responsibilities    
Key Outputs and Accountabilities 

Cost Management and Reporting

• Reconcile discount data between systems and provide commentary. 
• Prepare commentary for discount lines in the Income Statement when analysing actuals versus budget and actuals versus prior year.
• Process reallocation journals, including Customer Development Finance (CDF) accruals to ensure that they’ve been correctly accounted for in the correct period, and have been correctly classified.
• Consolidate total CCBSA manual discounts and conduct an analysis for Commercial as input into the Commercial Business Review.
• Consolidate the regional manual discount submission and ensure this balances to the General Ledger. 
• Track and monitor committed line items and communicate to Purchase Order creators to ensure discounts are accounted for in the correct period.
• Track and monitor discount accrual balances brought forward from prior year to ensure they are utilised within the required period. 
• Track and monitor discount accrual balances raised in current period to ensure that there are no debit balance accruals.
• Prepare reconciliation for Balance Sheet general discount ledger accounts affecting Head Office Commercial.
• Review all discount reconciliations prepared by Genpact and highlight outstanding accruals requiring investigation. 
• Review cost centres with cost centres owners in order to highlight risk of overspend / discount opportunities. 
• Conduct adhoc financial analyses as required by the business relating to discounts for specific customers and / or incentives, to identify opportunities for operational improvements.
• Conduct discount analyses as input into calculating the Return on Investment to highlight effective and ineffective promotions to drive top line margin improvements.
• Provide suggestions to improve discount reporting for the business.

Governance

• Track and monitor Risk and Control Matrix (RACM) adherence and compliance relating to discounts within commercial head office teams and conduct quarterly self-assessments.
• Track and monitor all discount related accounts to ensure correct item classification and compliance to the CCBSA reporting standardisation guidelines, as defined by The Coca-Cola Company. 
• Prepare and provide supporting evidence for items requested by internal and external auditors.
• Build discounts capability with Head Office Commercial teams through ongoing coaching and support.

Budgeting 

• Partner with Pricing to ensure the discount full-year forecast for the financial period caters for all promotions for all Channels.

Skills, Experience & Education    
Qualifications and Experience

• BCom in financial management or equivalent.
• Chartered Accountant of South Africa (CA(SA)) / Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) would be advantageous.
• 3-5 years of financial management experience.
• Intermediate level of MS Office.

Competencies 

Customer Focus 

• Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.

Timely Decision 

• Making Makes decisions in a timely manner, sometimes with incomplete information and under tight deadlines and pressure; able to make a quick decision.

Approachability

• Is easy to approach and talk to; spends the extra effort to put others at ease; can be warm, pleasant, and gracious; is sensitive to and patient with the interpersonal anxieties of others; builds rapport well; is a good listener; is an early knower, getting informal and incomplete information in time to do something about it.

Action Oriented

• Enjoys working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seizes more opportunities than others.

Interpersonal Savvy 

• Relates well to all kinds of people, up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably.

Organizing

• Can marshal resources (people, funding, material, support) to get things done; can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal; uses resources effectively and efficiently arranges information and files in a useful manner.

Knowledge
•    International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) reporting standards used to regulate reporting standards. 

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Key Purpose Statement

• To proactively source, attract, recruit and onboard talent, ensuring the right person-job fit, through the implementation of talent acquisition processes, thereby enabling the organisation’s strategic objectives.

Key Duties & Responsibilities    
Key Outputs and Accountabilities  

Talent Acquisition

• Request approval, as per the Chart of Authority (CoA) to advertise vacancies in region or COF.
• Advertise vacancies for the region or COF to attract internal and external candidates for approved roles. 
• Shortlist candidate applications, using the job description to ensure the candidates meets the minimum requirements of the job (taking succession plans into consideration if an internal candidate). 
• Schedule selection interviews with the recruiting line manager and candidates to further shortlist candidates.
• Coordinate the process of verifying candidates’ credentials with the external provider to validate submitted personal documentation.
• Schedule final shortlisted candidates for psychometric assessments, with the assessment provider, to assess candidate’s potential.
• Schedule psychometric feedback sessions with the recruiting line manager and assessment provider to obtain insights regarding strengths, development opportunities and role-fit.
• Coordinate the process of booking candidates to undergo entry medical assessments to confirm that the candidate is medically fit for the role. 
• Obtain approval for the appointment of the successful candidate to ensure governance is maintained.
• Prepare the take on pack of the selected employees for the line manager to issue.
• Consolidate and submit all verified take-on documentation to payroll for processing and administration.
• Coordinate the process of employee onboarding to support he line manager as part of the recruitment process. 
• Attend onsite engagements at universities to successfully position the employer value proposition externally to attract and retain diverse talent. 
• Book psychometric feedback sessions with the candidate who has undergone assessments, when requested.
• Coach line managers to enhance their understanding of talent acquisition processes. 
• Successfully position the employer value proposition both internally and externally to attract and retain diverse talent. 
• Successfully position the employer value proposition both internally and externally to attract and retain diverse talent. 
• Provide suggestions where improvements can be made to the talent acquisition process to drive continuous improvement.

Governance and compliance of data

• Submit monthly recharges to the procurement department, as per policy, to process payments of external providers for candidates’ credential checks and psychometric assessments.
• Prepare supporting talent acquisition documentation for annual audits conducted by external auditors.

Skills, Experience & Education    
Qualifications and Experience 

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or equivalent.
• Post graduate HR qualification, or equivalent would be advantageous.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) would be advantageous.
• 3-5 years of recruitment experience across a variety of roles and levels.
• Experience in the FMCG would be advantageous.

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Key Duties & Responsibilities    
Responsibilities

• Daily Routines (Air plant; CO2 plant; Water Plant; Effluent)
• Monitor Air plant/CO2 plant/ Water Plant; Effluent Plant by completing data sheet to enable effective supply of utilities.
• Escalate and provide a report on machine failures to ensure efficient problem solving.
• Conduct periodic water sampling tests to enable efficient problem solving.
• To operate all equipment in line with utilities PIMS (Process Inputs Monitoring System) and POMS (Process Outputs Monitoring System) operating parameters
• Conduct first line fault finding on equipment and perform resets where required to ensure efficient plant performance.
• Conduct regular good manufacturing practice and 5s standards (Sorting; Shine; Set in order; Standardise and Sustain) to maintain a safe and clean working area.

Accountabilities

If the incumbent in this role is successful at the job, they will be accountable for the following:

• Water; CO2; Air Plant and Effluent efficiency
• Health and Safety
• Equipment failure reporting

Skills, Experience & Education    

• Candidate requirements
• A minimum of a Grade 12/N3 courses with (Maths and Science)
• A trade test would be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 2-3 years relevant technical experience in an FMCG environment.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft products and