Engineer Intern
Nigerian Brewery
Iganmu, Lagos State
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Silo Operations: Assisted in the management of raw material storage, monitoring inventory levels of grains, and ensuring proper handling and storage conditions to maintain quality standards
- Brewhouse: Worked alongside brewhouse operators to support the mashing, boiling, and wort production processes
- Monitored key variables such as temperature and timing to ensure optimal fermentation conditions
- Fermentation and Filtration: Supported the fermentation process by monitoring yeast activity and ensuring the correct temperature and pH levels were maintained
- Assisted in filtration to ensure that the final product met quality and clarity standards
- Packaging Sector: Assisted the packaging team in overseeing the filling, labeling, and sealing of finished products, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards
- Monitored machinery to ensure smooth operations and reduced downtime
- Water Treatment Plant: Gained hands-on experience in the water treatment process, ensuring the proper purification of water used in brewing
- Assisted in monitoring water quality parameters and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations
- Production Process Monitoring: Worked closely with the production team to observe and document all stages of the brewing process, ensuring that operational procedures were followed and assisting with troubleshooting during production downtime
- Quality Control and Assurance: Conducted regular quality checks across various production stages, ensuring products met the company’s standards for consistency, taste, and appearance
- Equipment Maintenance Support: Assisted in the routine maintenance and cleaning of production equipment in the silo, brewhouse, and packaging areas to ensure optimal functionality and reduce the risk of mechanical failure
- Safety Compliance: Ensured adherence to safety protocols within the production and packaging areas, promoting a safe working environment by assisting in regular safety inspections and reporting potential hazards
- Data Reporting: Helped document key production data (e.g., yield, temperature, water quality, etc.) and contributed to daily and weekly performance reports for management review
