Job Description

Sappi Southern Africa

Ngodwana Mill

Wrapline Operator (P13)

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 Wrapline Operator to safely and efficiently operate the wrap line to ensure optimum production output and quality at the best cost with minimum downtime, rejections, and waste.

As a Wrapline Operator, you will be responsible for:

• Monitor the continuous running of all conveyors and stations from the wrapline conveyer to the warehouse.
• Ensure all raw materials are available for wrapping.
• Ensure the integrity of web information is correct i.e. weight, width, diameter, and status. Reprocess reels from winder with incorrect information.
• Ensure the correct labels are applied properly onto the web and that the web appearance is within customer requirements. Reject and rewrap bad wraps.
• Assist with troubleshooting and call the appropriate discipline to assist where required.
• Minimize backlogs and ensure the in-process report remains clear of all old webs.
• Assist with newsprint paper machine shuts, as required/directed.
• Identify and take corrective action in terms of SHEQ conditions and hazards.
• Carry out BBS Observations
• Understand and comply with all relevant SHEQ requirements of the job.
• Maintain a high level of good housekeeping in the workplace at all times.

What are we looking for?

• Matric with Maths and Science or N3 Pulp and Paper
• 6 months of plant experience

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: 24 October 2023

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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 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.

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