Senior Operator (Rolling Mill)

SA Metal Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Steelworks is seeking a Senior Operator for their Rolling Mill Department in Cape Town. This shift position requires strong machinery knowledge, ability to perform inspections, and good communication skills. The successful candidate will ensure smooth operation, compliance with safety regulations, and uphold quality standards.

Qualifications

• Must have strong knowledge of machinery.
• Computer literacy required.
• Experience in the steel industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain machinery in the production line.
• Conduct daily inspections and report issues.
• Monitor production processes and enforce safety regulations.

Skills

Concentration

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

Matric (Maths Compulsory)

Diploma or studying towards qualification in Engineering

Job description

Job Description

SA STEELWORKS – SENIOR OPERATOR (ROLLING MILL)

AIRPORT INDUSTRIA – CAPE TOWN

SA Steelworks has a Senior Operator position available. The successful candidate will provide support to SA Steelworks Rolling Mill Department. Applicants will be required to complete a skills test, only candidates with an average of 70% can successfully apply for the vacancy. (SHIFT POSITION)

Responsibilities Will Include But Are Not Limited To

• Must be able to do basic mathematical calculations to ensure correct process parameters
• Accurate setup, adjustments, operation and maintenance of machinery/stands/ mechanism in the production line process
• Conduct daily inspection of relevant work area and report possible failures or unsafe working conditions
• Maintain standard machine operating procedures when operating machinery
• General maintenance and cleaning of the work area/workstation you are responsible for
• Must enforce and practice housekeeping policies
• Effectively monitor production process
• Ability to analyze potential failures and communicate accordingly with possible solutions in a timeous manner
• Ensure shift handover is conducted thoroughly and that all issues are reported clearly on a daily basis
• Abiding by the regulations as set out in Occupational Health and Safety Act and Company policies
• Quality control according to set standards
• Adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) as per tasks assigned
  
  

Applicants Must Have The Following Qualifying Criteria

• Matric (Maths Compulsory)
• Diploma or studying towards a qualification in Engineering
• Computer Literate
• Strong knowledge of machinery
• Ability to detect machine discrepancies
• Experience working in the steel industry advantageous
• Ability to work under pressure in a demanding environment
• Willingness to work overtime and SHIFTS
• Must consistently be conscious of and compliant with Health & Safety rules and regulations
• Good communication skills
• In good health, physically fit
  
  

Attributes

• Team player
• Concentration & Precision
• Attentive to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent standards in execution