The key purpose of this role is to perform optimization of process control systems. Supports the installations of process control systems. Maintain, calibrate, repair equipment, optimize brewing plant equipment and associated devices to ensure plant availability and product quality.

Key outputs and responsibilities:

• Analytical ability and attention to detail
• Display initiative and ability to interact and influence at all levels of the organization, within a team environment and with suppliers
• Motivated self-starter with high energy levels
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Team player
• Interpret process description specifications and conduct modifications/ optimizations of process control software as per specifications and software standards
• Identify process control software deviations and resolve or recommend solutions
• Support the process control software change management process
• Maintain process control software integrity and security
• Support the development of and upgrade preventative maintenance procedures for process control systems
• Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers and field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts
• Maintain working knowledge of new technology instrumentation, software, etc., through reading and/or attending conferences, workshops or other training
• Provide engineering/projects support and recommendations for new and existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades and enhancement
• Troubleshoot Brewing and E&F process control systems when required
• Uphold and contribute to a culture of quality & Food safety excellence, taking ownership of systems & processes to ensure the highest standards are met.

Core competencies of a Brewing Process Control Technician

• Good understanding of Allen Bradley PLC, HMI, SCADA programming & Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Troubleshooting skills with high-speed manufacturing equipment such as AC/DC motors, VFDs, PLCs, servo motors, and PLC I/O modules
• Good understanding of industrial network communication – Profibus, Ethernet
• Sound knowledge of process calibration and instrumentation including but not limited to pressure, flow and temperature measurement
• Sound understanding of electrical schematics, piping & instrumentation drawings (P&IDs)

Minimum requirements:

• Instrumentation N6
• Trade Tested Instrumentation Artisan
• 2 years on the job plus Allen-Bradley, RS Batch PLC Training
• Comprehensive Brewing plant equipment and process knowledge of Brewing and E&F plant

Additional information:

• Grade: X

SAB is an equal opportunity employer, and all appointments will be made in line with SAB employment equity plan and talent requirements. The advert has minimum requirements listed. Management reserves the right to use additional/ relevant information as criteria for short-listing.

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