non- destructive quality checks and carrying out of routine maintenance. The process artisan has a primary focus on the
asset care activities of the team.
Competence Requirements
N4 Qualification, Mechanical
Trade Test Mechanical
Output and Accountabilities
Operating and Process Control
Operating the process area according to the work instructions and adhering to usage standards. Carrying out the required
quality checks as described in the quality control and analysis work practice. Recording waste on the appropriate
documentation or information systems, and reviewing waste trends to identify problems or opportunities timeously.
Constantly reviewing process performance against target, and completing all short interval control documentation.
Responding rapidly to upstream or downstream triggers that result in stoppages. Appropriate problem solving
approaches, as detailed in the problem solving work practice must be followed. Performing housekeeping tasks, applying
5S principles and following safe work practices. Unsafe work practices must be identified and corrected. Assisting fellow
team members in the execution of their tasks.
Maintenance of Plant and Equipment
Carry out in-depth cleaning, lubrication and inspection of machines according to the work instructions, and following the
schedules supplied by the maintenance planner. Carrying out routine maintenance activities according to the maintenance
schedule. Where routine maintenance reveals larger problems, and the process artisan is unable to resolve these, it must
be escalated to the team leader. Taking part in maintenance and cleaning days. This work must be executed in support of
the maintenance support team and in accordance with the schedule issued by the maintenance planner. Taking part in
maintenance post mortems. This must be done in support of maintenance specialist support. Monitoring trends when
conducting routine maintenance. Where trends indicate the existence of underlying problems, corrective action must be
Quality Control and Analyses taken. This corrective action may involve the SBU, the maintenance controller or
maintenance support. When operating, the process artisan must carry out the non-destructive quality checks and
analyses. The list of checks to be carried out are contained in the work instructions. Recording the results of quality
checks on the relevant documentation or information system. Where production does not meet quality standards the
process artisan must try to identify and resolve problems using the appropriate techniques. If they are unable to resolve
the problem themselves, it must be escalated to the team leader for further direction.
Communication
Actively participating in shift meetings, asking questions to test understanding and contributing suggestions. Making use of
the gap list to record issues, problems and improvement opportunities. Fully understanding the team goals and
participating in team goal review sessions. Where FFA’s have been initiated, the process artisan may be asked to
participate. Making use of relevant communication media (e.g. shift logbook) to stay informed and inform others of issues.
Problem Solving
When problems occur, applying the appropriate techniques (e.g. 5y, quick fix routines etc.) the identify and correct the
problem. Where the process artisan is unable to resolve the problem, involve fellow team members or escalate to the
team leader if necessary. Where problems have been resolved, verify that the problems have been eliminated.
Continuous Improvement Using run/control charts and trend analysis, to identify sources of waste and variation in the
process. Using short stop analysis, Pareto charts and other tools seek to identify opportunities to simplify activities. Where
improvement opportunities have been identified, these must be recorded on the team gap list. The process artisan should
involve other team members in evaluating opportunities and call in specialist resources to assist if required.
Additional Information
AB InBev is an equal opportunity employer and all appointments will be made in line with AB InBev 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.
Grade: EA
Closing Date: 13 September 2019
Location
Prospecton Production
Country
South Africa
City
Prospecton