Packaging Analyst

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Immediate Superior: Rolane Kotze
Job Grade: 05
Location: Paarl
Function: Supply Chain
Sub Function: Supply Chain - Production
Type of Contract: Permanent
Reference Number: 144118
Closing Date: 24/09/2026

Applications are invited for the above-mentioned position to be based at the Paarl Cluster, Nederburg. The successful applicant will report tothe Quality Controller

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

- Ensure adherence to best practice requirements on the bottling line
- Perform specific measurements as required during bottling to ensure best practice
- Reporting and handling of non-conforming packaging material
- Investigating and assisting with problem solving regarding packaging material and processes
- Maintain measuring and testing equipment (calibration and verification of equipment), including Freeweigh
- Release conforming materials on SAP and physically
- Report on all non-conforming materials
- Create quality notifications on SAP for all non-conforming materials
- Liaise with packaging material suppliers (provide relevant information w.r.t. non-conformances, short monthly reports)
- Training of production personnel on instrumentation used in the production department and process control procedures
- Providing assistance in maintaining Quality Management Systems (QMS) documentation
- Conducting quality audits
- Assisting with project management
- Performing relevant administration
- Successfully achieving agreed business plan initiatives within Quality Control department
- Ensure principles of teamwork are adhered to
- Contributing towards innovation and business improvements
- Complying with service level agreements in order to keep internal customers informed and satisfied
- Ensure 5S is sustained in area of responsibility
- Actively participate in TPM business initiatives
- A relevant tertiary qualification in Packaging/Food Technology (degree or diploma)
- Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in a Quality Control environment within the FMCG industry
- Working knowledge of/experience in Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001, 14000, 45001 SANS 1841, FSSC, IFS)
- Knowledge of HCCP - CCP validation process
- Basic Understanding of LIMS
- Competent in administration of a wide variety of office tasks
- Computer literate in the MS Office package (SAP, SharePoint and Microsoft365 Online experience will be advantageous)
- Ability to work under pressure and accurately while paying attention to detail
- Sound problem-solving abilities.
- Proven verbal and written communication skills
- Sound interpersonal skills
- Creativity that enhances continuous improvement is a pre-requisite
- Ability to cope with the inherent physical demands of the position

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd) is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.