Process & Control Technician POSITION: REPORTS TO: CLASSIFICATION: SITE: APPROVED: DATE: POSITION DESCRIPTION Process & Control Technician Project Manager Common Law Contract Lockwood People & Performance Manager March 2015 1. PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: The Process & Control Technician is responsible for optimising process flows and for identifying and rectifying process problems in the production environment. This will be achieved through planning, administering and reviewing current manufacturing processes, and through the development of control systems based solutions for systematic processes of work. Liaising with Production Managers/Supervisors and working closely with various technical staff including ICT and Project Engineers you will identify and implement business systems and process improvements across the production environment. 2. KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Production Systems  Project manage business systems and process improvements across the Hazeldene’s  Lead in monitoring, reviewing identifying and implementing processes to drive continuous improvement activities through the execution of best practice  Monitor product quality to ensure conformance with quality standards and customers' requirements  Development & implementation of systems & processes to assist production planning, adding business value  Ongoing development of Business Solutions relating to Control Systems Infrastructure, & other technological advances  Implement standard engineering practices as well as provide detailed documentation upon project completion.  Ensure planned key performance indicators in production efficiency and performance are met or exceeded  Implement systems of preventive maintenance of equipment and machines  Lead in monitoring, reviewing identifying and implementing processes to drive continuous improvement activities through the execution of best practice  Document and implement Good Manufacturing Practices  Monitor product quality to ensure conformance with quality standards and customers' requirements Staff Management  Support OH&S and Quality Representatives as required  Participate in training and development of staff to meet business objectives  Adopt good communication practices to ensure free flow of information that will empower and enhance staff morale and efficiency and production requirements. Quality & OHS Systems  Ensure compliance to all Government Legislative requirements  Assist QA and OHS departments with issues raised relative to processing and sales responsibilities including the accurate completion of all paperwork on a daily basis  Be proactive in improving safe work practices and workplace environment  Monitor, apply and promote Company policies in all work practices  Understand and implement SOP's consistent with OH&S Policies and Company policies and procedures  Assist the OH&S function to implement Occupational Health and Safety, aiming to eliminate injuries 3. POSITION DIMENSIONS: Position Reports To: Directly Supervises: Indirectly Supervises: Internal Liaisons: - External Liaisons: - Project Manager Nil Operational Personnel, Graduates Production Management and staff, Plant Maintenance, People and Performance Management/Officers, Quality Officers, OHS Officers, ICT Team Contractor Technicians KEY SELECTION CRITERIA: Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience  Proven experience as a Process/Control Systems Technician &/or exposure to process control in a manufacturing environment  Engineering/ Management or trade background &/or a strong technical/ electrical aptitude  Excellent working knowledge of computer & control systems equipment and operations  Experience in business re-engineering and transformation programs  Experience in change management and its implementation across the business  A natural passion for continuous improvement, quality and a ‘can-do attitude         Must possess the ability to learn and adapt to a multitude of different systems quickly as well as provide systems training to both Maintenance & Production departments High level of interpretative skills of technical processes with the ability to communicate this in effective terms to the business High level trouble shooting skills Experience in negotiation of supply services and agreements with company contractors and suppliers Sound understanding of OH&S principles Knowledge and support of continuous improvement principles PLC’s, SCADA, Variable Frequency Drives, Remote I/O, weighing systems, bar code scanners, and basic network systems Understanding of food processing, HAACP Interpersonal Skills  Excellent stakeholder engagement both internal and external  Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills and experience consulting across and multi-disciplined business  Confidentiality and privacy is a necessity  High level of initiative  Attention to detail and accuracy  Well developed written and oral communication skills Management Skills  Ability to analyse risk and develop mitigation strategies for the business  Adaptability in busy times  Proven problem solving ability  Good organisational and prioritising ability  Proven people management and team building skills OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION:       6 month probationary/ qualifying period applies to new employees All employees must behave in accordance with the Hazeldene’s Code of Conduct Hazeldene’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer Hazeldene’s is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment A current and valid driver’s licence is a requirement of this position All employees must actively support Hazeldene’s core values of:  Honest, Fair, Trustworthy & Ethical Behaviour  Adaptability  Employee Well-being  Environmental Sensitivity  Customer Service  Animal Welfare  Community Engagement  Quality NOTE: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) will be identified and scheduled on an annual basis as part of the performance review process.