• Job Description

  Req#: 50065

  Sappi Southern Africa

  Ngodwana Mill

  Outside Operator CRP (P11)

  We are hiring!

  At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

  We’re on the lookout for an experienced Outside Operator CRP to safely and efficiently operate the CRP outside plant ensuring optimum production output and quality at the best cost with minimum downtime.

  As an Outside Operator CRP, you will be responsible for:

  • Take and hand over shift for the CRP plant.
  • Control and audit the outside operating parameters functionality of the CRP plant.
  • Complete the Pre-start-up inspection of the CRP plant.
  • Carry out isolations on CRP equipment as and when required.
  • Perform isolations on machines/equipment as and when required.
  • Shut down the machine/equipment as per the required shutdown procedure.
  • Report operating problems and abnormal plant conditions i.e. power failures, breakdowns, and operating problems, and corrective action taken to the Process Controller.
  • Report and record potential and actual production delays to the Process Controller.
  • Regularly inspect all equipment in the plant for potential problems each shift, assisted by the shift checklist, and ensure corrective action is taken where necessary.
  • Take samples as and when required.
  • Evaluate the sample logbook of the previous shift and react accordingly.
  • Check quality sheets and exception reports.
  • Understand the forecast of the shift.
  • Evaluate external plant influences and communicate to Shift Superintendent.
  • Ensure response to, execution of, and communication to all levels where necessary (briefs, emails, memos, etc.).
  • Optimise plant status within current constraints (raw materials, and services). Ensuring high optimum removal of chloride.
  • Perform rate changes as requested.
  • Ensure corrective action on all non-conformances.
  • Execute production activities i.e. shut, start-ups and stops, exception reports, log sheets, graphs, trends, boil outs, etc.
  • Perform pump changeover as per schedule.
  • Optimize raw material consumption.
  • Ensure that all equipment defects are attended to immediately.
  • Maintain, update, and prioritize the shut list of the outside plant equipment.
  • Keep records of relevant operating information and mechanical and or electrical defects on the appropriate log sheets.
  • Communicate equipment defects with the relevant person.
  • SAP PM notifications.
  • Work Permit book.
  • OEE Entries.
  • Daily Logbook.
  • Create a safe work environment by identifying and managing risks.
  • Report accidents, injuries, and fires immediately to the Process Controller / Shift Superintendent.
  • Accountable to ensure adherence to all safety BP’s, procedures, and BBS practices.
  • Ensure adherence to specific Legal regulatory requirements.
  • Do plant walkabouts and inspections and take corrective action where required.
  • Complete PJO’s as per notifications.
  • Achieve 5S status in the area of responsibility.
  • Ensure good housekeeping.
  • Coach and Train new employees in the area of responsibility.
  • Self-Development (PDP).
  • Accurately capture data, enabling accurate plant efficiency calculations.
  • Record all relevant plant deviations and notifications.

  What are we looking for?

  • Matric with Maths and Physical Science or N3 Pulp and Paper
  • S4 in Chem Engineering or Pulp and Paper will be advantageous
  • Relevant plant licence will be advantageous.
  • 6 months experience in Production environment.

  What’s in it for you?

  • Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence
  • learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi
  • Opportunities to travel (dependent on upon the role)
  • Market leading leave benefits
  • Employee wellbeing benefits

  Closing Date: 06 December 2023

  How to Apply? Please click on one of the buttons below. If you encounter any issues while applying contact your HR contact.

  Feel free to visit our website for further information www.sappi.com

  Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.

• About the company

  Sappi Limited, originally incorporated as South African Pulp and Paper Industries Limited in 1936, is a South African pulp and paper company with global operations.

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