Dry End Process Operator — Paper Production & Growth

Sappi; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Sappi is hiring a Process Operator Dry End to safely and efficiently operate the Newsprint Dry End section, ensuring optimum production output and quality at the best cost with minimal downtime.

As a Process Operator Dry End, you will handle start-ups, monitor dryer equipment, inspect paper quality, and coordinate with the Process Controller and Winder Operator to maintain caliper and grade requirements, all while adhering to HSEQ standards.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) with Maths and Physical Science.
• 1–3 years of relevant machine operating experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate Dry End equipment (dryer, calendar stack, Pope reel, repulpers, control panels) for stable production and output.
• Monitor paper quality for defects and report deviations to relevant personnel.
• Perform start-ups and reel turn-ups, manage paper tail and jams per Best Operating Practices.

Skills

Machine operation

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Education

Matric (Grade 12) with Maths & Physical Science

N3 Pulp and Paper

Tools

Dry End Equipment

Process control panels

Job description

Sappi is hiring a Process Operator Dry End to safely and efficiently operate the Newsprint Dry End section, ensuring optimum production output and quality at the best cost with minimal downtime.

As a Process Operator Dry End, you will handle start-ups, monitor dryer equipment, inspect paper quality, and coordinate with the Process Controller and Winder Operator to maintain caliper and grade requirements, all while adhering to HSEQ standards.