Job Description :
About us
From Arthur Guinness to Johnnie Walker, our business was founded on people of great character, and in 250 years, nothing’s changed. We’re the world’s leading premium alcohol company. Our brands are industry icons. And our success is thanks to the strength of our people, in every role. It’s why we trust them with our legacy. And it’s why we reward them with the career-defining opportunities that they deserve. Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected Consumer Products Company in the world. To achieve these, we need the world’s very best people. Feel inspired? Then this may be the opportunity for you.
KBL operates within a multi-cultural, multinational, multi currency environment. KBL Supply comprises several Departments in Plan & Source, Make and Move. The Sensory and Microbiology role sits in the make function and is responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring hygiene systems to prevent and control infections in the plant (Brewing and Spirits) as well as protecting the employees from Legionella outbreak. The role is also responsible for the release of finished products to the trade with the main aim of giving consumers the best quality products in a safe environment. This role works closely with the Site Manager, Head of Packaging, Head Brewer, Head of Spirits, Head of Engineering and Head of Logistics, Suppliers, Customer Service and Marketing department, Government officers and Beer OpEx Team
Market Complexity
The Kenya beer market is very complex with many international and local competitors therefore requires a ruthless focus on quality gates at each stage of beer release and at the same time driving down the cost of goods sold.
It is critical that the company maintain high quality of water, Malt, barley, process aids and brands through effective Microbiological and sensory procedures in order to remain at the top in the market and satisfy the expectations and needs of the consumer at competitive cost.
Purpose of the Role
To prevent, diagnose and control beer infections by identifying and characterizing organisms across the entire brewing chain while achieving or exceeding the business targets for Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Safety as defined in the annual operating plan (AOP).
As a Sensory panel leader, run an effective sensory panel according to Diageo way of brewing standards, coordinate release of product to trade and guide the site on improvement programs required to improve the sensory quality ratings.
Key Accountabilities
Lead the implementation of the Mandatory Product and Plant hygiene standards in accordance with the DWB (Diageo Way of Brewing) and Food Safety Microbiological standards across the businesses.
As a site Sensory panel leader ensures Quality and safe finished products are released to the trade by the leadership team and help in protecting our Brand image.
Responsible for the entire yeast management at KBL site for effective Control of fermentation in brewing therefore minimizing process waste and maximizing on turn-around times and taking appropriate actions to ensure quality products are produced.
Participate in the implementation of Food safety, Quality, Environment and Safety Management Systems according to FSSC 22000, ISO 9001, ISO14001 and BS 18001 requirements respectively.
Lead the identification of risks associated with microbiology in the processes, mitigation actions and drive closure of identified corrective and preventative action.
Participate in implementation of the Quality Strategy, manage risks associated with product quality in relation to Microbiology & Sensory.
Support innovations of new product by providing the required support in all microbiology & sensory aspects.
Delivery of site Quality Targets as aligned in the Annual Operating Plan.
Monitor 'Legionella' risk on site and follow through mitigation actions with relevant departments on site.
Qualifications & Experience
Degree in Microbiology
IBD (International Brewing qualification), preferably to Diploma level, detailed knowledge of Brewing, Spirits and Packaging processes and exposure with developments in Brewing Best Practice would be ideal
At least Five years’ experience in Busy food Manufacturing Industry
Comprehensive knowledge of ISO 9001, HACCP, ISO 14001 & OHSAS 18001, ISO 22000.
Lead Assessor or auditor
Excellent computer skills-applications related to MS office and internet
Strong leadership & coaching capability, discernment skills and able to apply principles of change management
Strong ability to manage budgets and costs – able to analyse financial and technical data as required and take the necessary consequential steps in the span of control.
Be a skilled trainer and able to impart knowledge effectively
Celebrating our inclusive and diverse culture is core to Diageo’s purpose of “celebrating life every day everywhere”. This purpose is in itself, inclusive in nature, as it values everybody irrespective of background, gender, disability, religion or ethnicity.
We know that for our business to thrive and for Diageo to realize its ambition, we depend on having diverse talent with a range of backgrounds, skills and capabilities in each of the 180 countries in which we operate and to reflect our broad consumer base. We view diversity as one of the key enablers that helps our business to grow and our values, purpose and standards set the conditions for us to respect the unique contribution each person brings.
Flexibility is key to success in our business and many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways. Please talk to us about what flexibility means to you and don’t let anything stop you from applying.
Character Is Everything
Worker Type :
Regular
Primary Location:
KBL
Additional Locations :
Job Posting Start Date :
2019-12-08-08:00
