- Location
- WPA1, South Africa
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Closing date
- Jul 1, 2026
- Source
- Workday
Description
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
Job: Process Operator: Vinegar
Grade: BL
Reporting: Labelling Manager
The job at a glance
Responsible for overseeing the fermentation process that transforms alcohol into vinegar by managing bacterial cultures and monitoring acidity levels. To ensure quality control by testing pH, taste, and aroma throughout production, while maintaining hygiene standards in the workspace. The role requires knowledge of fermentation science, attention to detail, and the ability to operate and maintain specialized equipment . Ensuring the timeous supply of quality compliant vinegar to bottling and sauce lines.
What you will do
• Ensure continuous Vinegar Fermenter Cycle Times (duration of fermentation time)
• Co-ordinate the timeous supply of vinegar to production lines
• Ensure that the Vinegar produced adheres to quality standards for acidity, aroma and clarity
• Drive raw material conversion efficiency
• Manage quality assurance of all raw materials received
• Manage Tank farm volume
• Maintaining clean and sanitary equipment
• Detailed record-keeping of batch processes
• Precision in monitoring temperature & pH levels
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE
Key Professional Competencies
National Diploma in Food Technology/ Biotechnology or relevant tertiary qualification
Precision in monitoring acidity levels to ensure consistent flavour and safety
A deep understanding of microbial activity
Proficiency in using fermentation vessels, sensors, and temperature controls
Experience
2-5 years vinegar or wine manufacturing experience
WHAT YOU WILL BE MEASURED ON
• Ensuring the timeous supply of vinegar for production
In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
