Job Opportunities at Distell

Purpose of the Position:

• Leading a production team and overseeing the smooth operation of machines & equipment and attainment of the production plan.

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

• Reducing unplanned downtime
• Minimizing losses and write-offs
• Improve OEE. (Overall Equipment Efficiency)
• Limiting rework or non-conformance
• Ensuring the relevant process control is applied to produce a product that complies with quality specifications.
• Development and motivation of subordinates.
• Managing administrative duties i.e., compiling OEE sheets, declare
• Production Order variances, compile claims, etc.
• Facilitate the Mini business operating principles, processes, and practices as per E2 (A lean manufacturing program)
• Attending various meetings i.e., Level 2, Safety, Multilevel, Problem-solving, and Service levels Agreements

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• Qualified Mechanical / Electrical artisan (Trade certificate)
• NQF 5 Manufacturing management certificate or equivalent tertiary qualification
• Ability to develop a clear vision for subordinates and involve team members in creating a shared vision.
• Create conditions that ensure followers are willing, able, and allowed to be productive, display initiative, and perform job-related activities
• 2-3 years experience in a high-speed, high-tech packaging environment
• Ability to effectively coach and develop subordinates.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Sound conflict-handling skills
• Ability to organize resources and effectively delegate tasks to subordinates.
• Ability to facilitate performance management
• Ability to develop and evaluate alternative courses of action and be aware of all criteria that to be satisfied to address a problem.
• Can set controls over arrangements, follow up and evaluate task execution.
• Ability to display confidence. Through perseverance and resilience, one can stay with a task and display the required energy to achieve objectives and outputs.
• Knowledge of ISO and HACCP quality management systems
• Computer literate in MS Office (Excel & Word) and SAP.
• This is a shift position therefore must be willing and able to work shifts and overtime if and when required.

Closing date: 12.05.2023.

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

• Transfer of wines
• Receiving and dispatch of product
• Active participation in E2 activities/duties
• Drawing of samples
• Wine adjustments
• Blending activities
• Stocktaking
• Housekeeping
• Other ad-hoc duties

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• Minimum Grade 12
• Relevant working experience within a cellar environment
• A forklift license will be an advantage
• Be able to work on heights and confined spaces
• Be able to work under pressure
• Be able to work shifts
• Must have reliable transport to and from work
• Be able to work overtime and weekends

Closing Date: 17 May 2023

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

• General cellar activities
• Prepare, start and operate equipment and machinery in the cellar
• Clean machinery and equipment
• Ensure effective production safety and housekeeping
• Cellar administration duties
• Work shifts and at times extended hours as and/or when required
• Active participation in E2 activities/duties

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

• Minimum Grade 12 qualification
• Relevant working experience within a cellar environment
• Proven written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of safe working procedures
• Knowledge of machines and apparatus
• Knowledge of quality and cellar administration systems
• Be customer focused
• Be a good team player
• Energetic and enjoy a fast paced working environment
• Must be willing and able to work shifts and overtime as and/or when required
• Have reliable transport to and from work

Closing Date: 17 May 2023

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Purpose of the Position:

• Leading a production team and overseeing the smooth operation of machines & equipment and attainment of the production plan.

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

• Reducing unplanned downtime
• Minimizing losses and write-offs
• Improve OEE. (Overall Equipment Efficiency)
• Limiting rework or non-conformance
• Ensuring the relevant process control is applied to produce a product that complies with quality specifications.
• Development and motivation of subordinates.
• Managing administrative duties i.e., compiling OEE sheets, declare
• Production Order variances, compile claims, etc.
• Facilitate the Mini business operating principles, processes, and practices as per E2 (A lean manufacturing program)
• Attending various meetings i.e., Level 2, Safety, Multilevel, Problem-solving, and Service levels Agreements

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• Qualified Mechanical / Electrical artisan (Trade certificate)
• NQF 5 Manufacturing management certificate or equivalent tertiary qualification
• Ability to develop a clear vision for subordinates and involve team members in creating a shared vision.
• Create conditions that ensure followers are willing, able, and allowed to be productive, display initiative, and perform job-related activities
• 2-3 years experience in a high-speed, high-tech packaging environment
• Ability to effectively coach and develop subordinates.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Sound conflict-handling skills
• Ability to organize resources and effectively delegate tasks to subordinates.
• Ability to facilitate performance management
• Ability to develop and evaluate alternative courses of action and be aware of all criteria that to be satisfied to address a problem.
• Can set controls over arrangements, follow up and evaluate task execution.
• Ability to display confidence. Through perseverance and resilience, one can stay with a task and display the required energy to achieve objectives and outputs.
• Knowledge of ISO and HACCP quality management systems
• Computer literate in MS Office (Excel & Word) and SAP.
• This is a shift position therefore must be willing and able to work shifts and overtime if and when required.

Closing date: 12.05.2023.

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

• Performing maintenance and identifying maintenance requirements on electrical equipment, which entails:
• Regular inspection of bottling equipment, electrical motors, pumps distribution boards etc.
• Ensuring that preventative maintenance is executed according to schedule
• Assisting with installation of new equipment
• Ensuring that related administration is attended to timeously
• Ensuring that operational services (electrical) are provided timeously and according to specification.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and policies.
• Performing ad-hoc duties within the department if and when required
• Fault Finding in Motor control centres. (MCC)
• Execution and upgrading of maintenance schedules
• Implemented initiatives of business plan
• Operating / shutting down and changing over machines and equipment to prescribed quality standards.
• Participation in Mini-Business activities
• Reading and understanding of electrical drawings (eCad)
• Good knowledge of Electrical Reticulation in a Plant Environment
• Repairs of production machinery as well as site related Electrical work eg; boilers, compressors, lighting, installations, etc.
• Methodical fault finding and maintenance of electrical motors, control panels and distribution boards.
• Excellent working knowledge of sensor control, HMI, switchgear, AC Motors, relay logic, industrial instrumentation.
• Comply with Distell’s standard operating practices.
• Basic understanding of PLC, servo motors, VSD
• Excellent housekeeping 

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• Electrical Trade with N3 or equivalent Electrical qualification (NQF 4) 
• 2 years’ experience in an FMCG environment
• N4-N6 technical qualification will be advantageous
• Electrical trade with N3 or equivalent Electrical qualification (NQF 4)
• Working knowledge of wiring diagrams
• Familiar with conveyor line control, PLC automation (preferably Siemens S7) and high speed machinery.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure.
• Must be willing and able to perform standby duties when required (call-outs after hours)
• Must be willing and able to work extended hours (overtime) and or shifts when required.
• Ability to copy with the inherent physical demands of the position.
• Possess good communication skills on all levels.
• Working experience with bottling machinery will be a distinct advantage
• Have own reliable transport
• Active involvement in mini-business activities
• Able to work within a teams

 Closing date: 12.05.2023