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Hardwood Checker – Sappi Southern Africa (Ngodwana Mill)

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Sappi Ngodwana Mil l requires a Hardwood Checker to assists the hardwood operator to ensure the smooth running of the chipper, addressing all non-conformances, breakdowns, problem solving from the log receiving deck conveyor to the hardwood chip pile.

This role reports to the : Shift Superintendent Woodyard
The main responsibilities of this job are:
  • Assist with the start-up and shut down of the plant
  • Ensure the plant is running according to required rate and quality specifications
  • Monitor the mud on the clarifier tank
  • Monitor disk scalper dump chute and clean as required
  • Take chip samples for testing as per BOP
  • Check auxiliary equipment regularly during shift
  • Assist the operator with the changing of knives as and when required
  • Perform routine inspections and clean and or report defects as necessary
  • Perform late and or non-routine tasks
  • Remove blockages / foreign materials on the chipper and conveyor systems
  • Identify abnormal / emergency plant conditions and take corrective action according to standard (BOP)
  • Isolate plant as required (Authorized Operator)
  • Perform house keeping with the team – focus on area of responsibility
  • Report unsafe conditions to the hardwood operator and Shift Superintendent
  • Understand and comply to the SHEQ requirements of the position
The ideal candidate should have:
  • Matric (Maths and Science) or N3 Pulp and Paper
  • Experience in a Production Environment will be advantages

Closing date for applications: 11 February 2020

How to Apply?

Apply here – Hardwook Checker

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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

without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Should you not have been contacted within 14 days of the closing date of this advert, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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