Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE

To ensure the quality and integrity of wastepaper received by conducting inspections, removing contaminants, performing laboratory and moisture tests, and maintaining accurate records. The role also involves operating forklifts, offloading trucks, loading conveyors, and supporting safe, efficient, and compliant plant operations across day and shift schedules.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Inspection & Quality Control

Conduct visual inspections of wastepaper bales delivered. Record supplier details, truck registration, and capture photographic evidence. Select and inspect sample bales from each truck. Perform laboratory tests and communicate results to stakeholders. Conduct moisture tests and report findings.

Contaminant Management

Remove contaminants (plastic, metals, wires, boxes, brown fiber, clothing, shoes, etc.) from bales and conveyor lines. Weigh contaminants separately and record supplier, grade, weight, and type. Report contamination results and discard contaminants in designated bins. Halt loading and escalate if contamination exceeds 8%.

Forklift Operation & Material Handling

Safely operate forklifts to move wastepaper within the warehouse. Transport bales to conveyors, storage zones, or designated areas. Assist in offloading trucks and loading conveyors for processing. Complete forklift pre-use checklists and report defects immediately.

Truck & Conveyor Operations

Support weighbridge operations during night shifts or weekends. Ensure smooth flow of wastepaper onto conveyors during plant operations.

Operational Support

Participate in daily, monthly, quarterly, and audit counts of wastepaper and wet lap. Assist team members during shutdowns and general duties.

Housekeeping & Standards

Maintain warehouse, conveyors, forklifts, and work areas in a clean, visitor-presentable condition. Uphold 5S standards consistently.

HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Comply with all safety protocols and wear required PPE. Report near misses, incidents, and unsafe conditions promptly. Ensure proper disposal of contaminants in line with environmental regulations. Participate in safety drills and toolbox talks.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

Compliance with safety standards and incident reporting. Accuracy and timeliness of contaminant recording and reporting. Quality of laboratory and moisture test results. Forklift safety compliance and checklist completion. Effective truck offloading and conveyor loading operations. Housekeeping and adherence to 5S standards.

KEY CLIENT INTERFACE

Logistics Inbound Material Coordinator Wastepaper Receiver Weighbridge Operator RFP Production Manager RFP Team Leader Quality Team Leader De-Inker

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Generic:

Problem-solving and analytical skills Verbal and written communication Basic computer literacy Attention to detail Ability to follow process and safety protocols

Functional:

Knowledge of pulp and paper quality standards Basic technical knowledge and process control Forklift driving experience with valid licence Understanding of contaminants and their impact on production Ability to safely offload trucks and load conveyors

Behavioral:

Teamwork and collaboration Adaptability to changing priorities Initiative and accountability

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

N3 / Grade 12 Logistics and Supply Chain qualification (advantageous) Minimum 1 year experience in a large equipment manufacturing environment Forklift licence with at least 1 year of forklift driving experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift up to 25 kg Prolonged standing, bending, and working in noisy or dusty environments Comfortable working in indoor/outdoor conditions with temperature variations

WORK SCHEDULE & HOURS

Rotating day and night shifts, including weekends and public holidays * Overtime and standby may be required based on operational needs