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The key purpose of this role is to carry out sampling, sample preparation and analysis of raw materials, in-process samples of brewing product from Brewhouse, Yeast & Fermentation and Bright beer.

Key outputs & responsibilities:

Specialist Analyst:

Carry out specialised and highly specialised quality analyses for which the shift based teams are not responsible
Record the results of analyses on appropriate information systems and communicate results where required
Conduct analysis of results to identify problems and improvement opportunities timeously
Assist the shift based teams in the execution of quality analysis, where required
Conduct calibration of specialist equipment for which the labs are responsible and provide calibration assistance to the shift based teams where required

Quality Auditing:

Conduct required and requested quality audits, completing the appropriate documentation and communicating the results
Review quality analysis procedures of shift based teams, identifying problems or training needs and communicating these to the team leader
Conduct regular audits of calibration procedures of shift based production teams and communicating results
Conduct audits of analytic procedures to ensure compliance with COT guidelines, and identifying corrective actions required
Where required, initiate corrective actions coming out of the quality audits in areas that impact the laboratory

Problem Solving:

Support the shift based production teams in problem solving, providing specialist assistance and techniques
Coach, mentor and assist shift based production teams on problem solving and correct use of problem solving techniques

Training:

Support the shift based production teams by assisting in training needs analysis
Coach, mentor and assist shift based production teams quality analyses and correct use of analytical techniques

Continuous Improvement:

Carry out specialised analyses in support of the evaluation of continuous improvement opportunities
Determine additional analytical work required evaluating continuous improvement opportunities
Take part in regional and divisional process optimisation initiatives as required

Minimum requirements:

Education: Min – Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or equivalent
Training: Min – 3-6 months on the job training
Experience: 2-3 Years in Laboratory, Brewing or Packaging operation
Understanding of process control within a brewing/process environment
Assertive and analytical
Proactive
Proven leadership ability
Good understanding of the principles and practices of Manufacturing Excellence

Additional information:

Band: X

ABInBev is an equal opportunity employer and all appointments will be made in line with ABInBev 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.