Technical Operator - Labeller 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.
• 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.
• 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.

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.
• 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.
• 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.

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.

How to Apply
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