Looking for Your Next Career Move as a Packaging Artisan?

TBL Plc, part of AB InBev, is hiring a Packaging Artisan. If you’re excited about joining the world’s largest brewer, keep reading to find out more about this awesome opportunity!

Who We Are

At AB InBev, we don’t just make beer—we dream big. Our company is all about thinking forward, creating new ways to enhance life’s everyday moments. It’s part of our culture and heritage, and we want you to be part of it too. We’re looking for people who are passionate, talented, and curious. If you’re ready to work with a team that believes in your potential and helps you achieve it, then you’re in the right place!

The Role: Packaging Artisan

As a Packaging Artisan, you’ll bring your specialist skills and knowledge to support operations, maintenance, and problem-solving activities within the team. You’ll be a key player in making sure everything runs smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Support

  • You’ll provide expert support to the shift teams during operations, whether you’re on standby or working during the day.
  • You might be asked to help solve problems as a functional expert.
  • You’ll guide the team on how to operate machines, identify machine issues, and respond to failures.
  • Expect to coach and mentor shift-based teams on machine operation.
  • Assess team members’ ability to handle machine-related tasks.
  • Participate in regional and central office plant optimization trials.
  • Follow work practices that support the team’s daily operations.

Maintenance

  • Take part in maintenance planning meetings. You’ll share your suggestions and clarify any work that needs to be done.
  • Carry out scheduled maintenance based on the planner’s guidelines.
  • If you can’t finish the scheduled tasks, you’ll communicate with the Maintenance Planner for further direction. This could mean rescheduling or reprioritizing tasks.
  • Help your fellow team members during maintenance windows.
  • Complete any necessary admin tasks using SAP, SIGGA, or Problem Terminator systems to support planned maintenance.
  • After maintenance, take part in postmortem reviews to share what went well and what could be improved for future tasks.

Problem Solving

  • You’ll assist team members with resolving problems whenever needed.
  • You may be asked to join AB reports as a functional expert.
  • If necessary, call in additional help for more complex issues or escalate the problem to the Packaging Engineer or the Performance and Continuous Improvement Manager.
  • Analyze machine performance, identify loss and waste areas, and create action plans to boost efficiency.

Housekeeping and Safety

  • Your top priority is always safety. Make sure to follow safety protocols and highlight any unsafe practices so they can be fixed.
  • Stick to work instructions, company policies, and VPO standards.
  • Keep things tidy by doing housekeeping tasks and applying 5S principles while working.

Minimum Requirements

  • Grade 12 or equivalent
  • Electrical Trade Test
  • Minimum N3 Electrical Engineering qualification
  • 2 years of experience (highly preferred)

Why Work With Us?

At AB InBev, we’re all about promoting equal opportunities and creating a workplace where diversity is valued. We aim to foster a gender-equal environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Whether you’re internal or external, we’re looking for the best talent to join our team.

Internal Applicants:
Before applying, make sure you’ve got approval from your line manager.

External Applicants:
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don’t hear from us, we appreciate your interest, and we encourage you to apply again in the future.

How to Apply

Ready to join a world-class team and take your career to the next level? Click here to apply for the Packaging Artisan job at AB InBev.

Additional Information

  • Job Band: X
  • AB InBev reserves the right to use additional or relevant information for short-listing.
  • All appointments will be made in line with AB InBev’s employment equity plan and talent requirements.