Johannesburg, ZA
122 days ago
Instrument Technician

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Immediate Superior: [[Quality Manager Extrinsics]] 
Location: [[Johannesburg, Springs]]
Function: [[Supply Chain]]
Sub Function: [[Manufacturing]]
Type of Contract: [[Permanent]]
Reference Number: [[118461]] 
Closing Date: 5 September 2024

 

Applications are invited for the above-mentioned position to be based at Supply Chain, Springs.

The successful candidate will report to the Quality Manager Extrinsics.

 

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

 

Support and update safety risk assessments associated with quality equipment’s Conduct training on operating instruments and Job observations Prepare and review preventive maintenance schedules for quality measuring and monitoring equipment’s. Train and coach lab and other relevant personnel on basic equipment cleaning and inspection routines. Provide training and guidance for routine equipment verification activities  Establish maintenance routines for new equipment and ensure this are captured on SAP Co-ordinate and undertake scheduled maintenance on quality monitoring and measuring equipment’s or/and source competent service provider if necessary Analyse and interpret maintenance trends and history Assess effectiveness of preventive maintenance program and review where necessary Assist with evaluation of whether equipment is operated correctly Support and ensure timely execution of equipment commissioning Provide feedback regarding effectiveness of preventative maintenance program Maintain and service all equipment in the laboratory. Manage the related equipment service providers as per requirements of relevant standards Assist Lab personnel with trouble shooting regarding analysis/equipment. Co-ordinate and undertake repairs within the level of competency or/and source competent service provider. Report back on repairs performed Analyse and interpret breakdown trends and history Create and maintain a list of critical equipment spare parts Manage the inventory and stock level of critical equipment spare parts Conduct regular inspection of quality monitoring and measuring equipment Assist with evaluation of whether equipment is operated correctly Close out Audit Findings and CPARs Check and verify that equipment is being used and verified correctly (Job Observations Requisition and control equipment spare parts within budget Maintain SAP PM system for lab and inline monitoring equipment’s Create purchase requisitions on SAP for calibrations and services Assist in compiling and reviewing of maintenance budget Give input for compile and maintain short- and long-term equipment replacement plan (for CAPEX budget) Participate in daily meetings and highlighted potential issues relating to monitoring and measuring instruments Share trends relating to equipment reliability

 

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

B. Sc. or National Diploma in food science, Analytical chem, or equivalent. 3- 5 Years Laboratory or engineering Experience Knowledge of the operation of lab equipment’s Knowledge of basic equipment maintenance practices Knowledge of the Quality Management System, LIMS, and SAP. Excellent report writting and communication skills Computer literacy. Poven problem solving and leadership skills Quality and Food Safety Management System Knowledge SANS 17025 Knowledge

 

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd) is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.

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