Sappi Tugela Mill based in Mandeni, KZN, requires a Operator : Relief(Machineman/Foreman) to operate a paper machine production unit to ensure maximum production, plant availability, quality standards and operating staff to conform to best-operating practices.

This role reports to the Production Foreman (paper).

The main responsibilities of this job are:

• Takes and hands over the shift.

• Prepares plant for start-up, and operates the plant.
• Ensure the correct supply of stock to the production unit.
• Ensure maximum use of machine clothing and change when required
• Monitors plant by conducting detailed checks on plant equipment and reports deviations to Engineering staff.
• Monitors the papermaking process in respect of quality and takes corrective action where necessary.
• Monitors raw materials usage against standard recipes on the machine and takes corrective action.
• Implement Foreman’s shift plan.
• Implement the production activities to sustain quality standards and plant efficiency.
• Provide process controller with plant information in order to set up a plant for optimum quality and performance.
• Monitor paper throughout the process to ensure that it meets the customers’ requirements.
• Use the Pit Stop risk information board to manage risk on the machine.
• Coach team members toward a better understanding of plant operating procedures.
• Provide accurate information/ inputs for the production statistics and appropriate action is taken.
• Completes SAP notifications
• Identify inefficiencies in Best Operating Practices.
• Completes Isolation procedure records & spill reports (environmental).
• Understands the SHEQ requirements of the Section.
• Monitor subordinate’s performance against SHEQ requirements and correct non-conformances.
• Investigates incidents (SHEQ) and identifies root causes of Non-Conformances and corrects deviations.
• Maintains a high level of good housekeeping in the workplace at all times.

The ideal candidate should have:

• Matric and/or N3 Pulp and Paper (4 subjects)
• Minimum 3 years experience working on a paper machine manufacturing process
• Computer Literacy (MS Office) and SAP knowledge will be advantageous
• 2 years Supervisory experience would be advantageous