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Job Description
- Req#: 50966
- Pre-Operational Checks, conduct physical inspections of plant machinery before start-up.
- Operational Inspections, monitor machinery during operation for signs of abnormal vibration, temperature, noise, smoke, leaks, deformation, and other irregularities.
- Troubleshooting, investigate and troubleshoot unplanned plant stoppages and alarms following Best Operating Practices.
- Conveyor System Maintenance, inspect chain and belt conveyors for issues such as misalignment, cracks, worn parts, and missing or bent components.
- Machine Guarding, verify that all machine guarding is in place, adequate, and in good condition before starting operations.
- Work Permits & Isolation, isolate plant and issue work permits as required by Mill lock-out procedures.
- Operational Relief, relieve SW Operators when necessary and licensed.
- Conveyor & Chip Handling, clear log and bark blockages, clean bark build-up, and manage chip samples and quality.
- Housekeeping, maintain cleanliness in the work area, including clearing slithers from chutes and cleaning cameras.
- Communication & Compliance, report inspection findings, communicate with maintenance personnel, and ensure adherence to SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) requirements.
- Grade 12 Maths and Physical Science
- N3 Pulp and Paper would be advantageous
- 06 months experience in the Woodyard
- 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 the role).
- Market-leading leave benefits.
- Employee wellbeing benefits.
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 centered around safety, integrity, courage, and making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.
We’re on the lookout for a Softwood Checker to assist the Softwood Operator with the control of operations at Softwood plant from Softwood Entry Deck to Softwood Chip Pile.
As a Softwood Checker, your responsibilities will include:
Required Minimum Qualifications:
What’s in it for you?
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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