Job Purpose
- The job holder is responsible for planning, control and execution of all day to day aspects of wine making, spirit/ juice blending. This position directs, monitors daily winery operations, and oversees the operation of winery processing equipment, co- leading processes and manpower to deliver efficient output at the desired quality.
Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- Wine making-fermentation, fining, racking, filtration.
- Co-lead temporary and machine operators to attain set goals.
- Monitor Winery jobs in progress and provide leadership in execution.
- System generation of Works orders as per production plan, Material issuance and system completion.
- Plan and avail raw materials for blending.
- Lead in blending of bulk for packaging at the desired quality, time and cost effectively.
- Review and approve blended bulk for packaging.
- Review and approve material reconciliation for completed Works orders.
- Review processing equipment logs.
- Taste and evaluate the final product to ensure the desired quality is achieved.
- Work with warehousing department to ensure required inputs are available in good time and the reorder levels adhered to avoid stock outs.
- Ensure all raw materials returned to inventory have the right quantity and containers are in good condition in line with the internal policies and procedures.
- Perform weekly, monthly and quarterly stock takes and order consumables timeously to ensure continuity in winemaking practices.
Minimum Requirements
- A Diploma in food science and technology
- Certificate in winemaking is an added advantage
- At least five (5) years’ experience in a manufacturing company, three of which must be in a winery department.
- Practical experience in use of MS packages and ERP systems
Competencies/Attributes
- FMCG
- In-depth knowledge of production processes related to the manufacture of Wines/spirits/RTD.
- Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to determine the root cause of a problem.
- Ability to set priorities and work independently within set guidelines.
- High level of Integrity.
