Technical Operator - Labeller (Benin Spirit Operations) at Guinness Nigeria Plc

Guinness Nigeria Plc is a major market for Diageo: Guinness Nigeria operates in the unique and fast-growing alcohol industry of over 15mhl beer potential. It is the only company that does Total Beverage Alcohol (TBA) in Nigeria. It’s an on-trade-dominated market but with a fast-growing off-trade channel.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Technical Operator - Labeller (Benin Spirit Operations)

Job Requisition ID: JR1073792
Location: Benin, Edo
Job type: Full-time
Worker Type: Regular

About the role

• The Spirits Operations Technician-labeller will be responsible for operating, cleaning and maintaining their plant and equipment in a safety conscious manner to meet the increasing volume and quality demands in a reliable and cost-efficient manner.
• They are also responsible for participating in all improvement initiatives and PIP’s in their department and for their own training and development.
• They will report to the Spirits Operations Manager.

Responsibilities
You will be required to:

• Carry out the labelling operation of the spirits packaging process and also oversees the coding of the bottles through stipulated procedures and processes.
• Adhere to GNPLC policy and procedures for Safety, Health and Environment and hygiene to ensure a safe and efficient operating environment.
• Utilise and apply safe systems of working and pro-actively seek opportunities to improve work environment. Ensures both bottle and label wastes are within AOP.
• Deliver best possible plant operation by maximising plant availability and efficiency of operation through execution of Planned Preventative Maintenance schedules.
• Optimise finished product quality, through continuous observation and attention to detail, delivering RFT against the Global Finished Product Specification on quality and control parameters.
• Respond to non-conformances in a timely manner to keep process on track. Apply, record & share learning’s or RCPS Root Cause Problem Solving to prevent re-occurrence.
• Demonstrate flexibility in terms of availability, attitude and work practices and assist colleagues in breakdown maintenance and solving problems on their equipment.
• With support from Spirits Operations Manager, achieve production plans and key performance targets, and deliver agreed Customer Service levels.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• To produce spirits at customer service levels, quality conformance at the right budget.
• To apply technical, process, continuous improvement and individual/team development skills to optimise overall brewery improvement and plant performance.
• To adopt a safe and professional approach to all aspects of the role as an individual/team player.

Category-specific / Market-specific Requirements

• OND / Trade test (City and Guild) or any nationally recognised equivalent in any of mechanical/ electrical/ instrumentation field and ideally have an appropriate qualification in Brewing, Packaging, Engineering or Utilities in addition.
• 2 to 3 years’ experience/competence in Operations, Maintenance, Process Control and Performance Measurement in a brewery, drinks or food manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrate detailed understanding of Permit to Work system and GNPLC SHE policies, statutory requirements, and responsibilities.
• Demonstrate understanding of teamwork principles, continuous improvement, preventative maintenance and problem solving.
• Respond to change in a positive and flexible manner and sustain a positive outlook across a range of situations/challenges.
• High level of energy and commitment to team-based achievement and high interpersonal effectiveness to develop & sustain robust relationships.

Experience Required:

• Minimum of 5 years Brewing/Packaging/Quality Assurance Experience.
• Project Management skills
• Able to demonstrate success in developing & leading team.
• Experience and ability to successfully handle 3rd party agencies and other strategic partners.
• Competitive intelligence & insights.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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