Job Description

Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has an exciting opportunity in our Manufacturing Department. We are looking for a talented individuals with relevant skills and experience for a Process Control Technician role, which is based in Elgin
Key purpose
Real-time control systems monitoring and support, Integration and support of PLC, SCADA, MES, and other control systems. Troubleshooting and analysis of control-related faults. Data analysis and trending for process improvement. Understanding of process instrumentation and automation hardware. Support for continuous improvement and process optimisation initiatives. Compliance with control system documentation and version control standards.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Control System Support and Maintenance

• Monitor and support process control systems (PLC, SCADA, HMI, MES).
• Perform routine diagnostics and troubleshooting to resolve automation and control faults.
• Ensure proper data logging, trending, and reporting systems are operational and accurate.

Process Performance Monitoring and Improvement

• Analyse production data to identify trends, deviations, and improvement opportunities.
• Support advanced control strategies to stabilise and optimise manufacturing operations.
• Work with production and quality teams to reduce variability and downtime.

Instrumentation and System Integration

• Collaborate with C&A Technician to ensure calibration and proper functioning of process instruments.
• Validate integration of new sensors, transmitters, and process hardware with control systems.
• Provide support for system expansion or upgrades.

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain up-to-date documentation of control logic, system changes, and process configurations.
• Ensure change control protocols and system backup procedures are followed.
• Support audit readiness for control-related systems in GMP and food safety environments.

Project and Commissioning Support

• Provide control and automation technical support during equipment commissioning or project rollouts.
• Participate in FAT/SAT, performance testing, and final acceptance processes.

Skills, Experience & Education
Education

• Minimum: N6 or National Certificate in Electrical Engineering, Process Control, Instrumentation, or Mechatronics
• Preferred: National Diploma or BTech in Electrical/Control/Process Engineering

Experience

• 3-5 years in a process control, automation, or instrumentation role in an FMCG or manufacturing environment
• Proven experience with SCADA, HMI, and PLC systems
• Familiarity with process control principles, data logging, and industrial automation troubleshooting
• Experience in a GMP-regulated or ISO 9001-certified plant preferred

Skills

• Working knowledge of PLCs
• Data trending and process analysis using tools like Historian, Excel, or MES platforms
• Instrumentation signal interpretation (analog, digital, 4-20mA, RTD, etc.)
• Understanding of control system architecture, PID loop tuning, and interlocks
• Industrial network communication
• Basic scripting or configuration of SCADA and MES systems
• CMMS familiarity for reporting and maintenance feedback
• Sound knowledge of safety, GMP, and food-grade manufacturing standards

General The advert has minimum requirements listed. Management reserves the right to use additional or relevant information as criteria for short-listing. Interested applicants, who meet the above employee specifications, should please apply.
Policy
At Coca-Cola Beverages Africa we are proud to celebrate diversity and we strive to achieve an equal opportunity workplace by being cognisant of affirmative action requirements. It is our policy to be mindful and compliant with all our regional requirements and national laws for those regions. Employment at Coca-Cola Beverages Africa is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications directly related to their field of competence. We do not discriminate against an employee or potential employees because race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability and gender identity.
At the heart of our recruitment processes is the need to create a value driven experience for all applicants. To all recruitment agencies: Coca-Cola Beverages Africa does not accept agency resumes for roles that we post and make available. Please do not forward any resumes to any Coca-Cola Beverages Africa employees and Talent Teams as we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.