Senior Operator - Rolling Mill

SA Metal Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site computer training facilities

Shift work availability

Job summary

SA Metal Group is seeking a Senior Operator to provide essential support in the production line and rolling mill department. The successful candidate will participate in on-site training programmes, join a team committed to safety, and work shifts including overtime as required.

Applicants should have Maths proficiency, a relevant engineering diploma or be pursuing one, and strong computer literacy. Experience in steel manufacturing is advantageous and health and safety compliance is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Matric with Maths compulsory.
• Diploma or studying towards an Engineering qualification.
• Computer literate and strong knowledge of machinery.
• Experience in the steel industry advantageous.
• Ability to work under pressure in a demanding environment.
• Willingness to work overtime and shifts.
• Must comply with Health & Safety rules and regulations.
• In good health and physically fit.

Responsibilities

• 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 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 quality control according to set standards.
• Adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) as per tasks assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Concentration

Independent work

Communication

Health and Safety Compliance

Heavy Equipment Operator

Maintenance

Quality Control

Education

Matric (Maths Compulsory)

Diploma or studying towards an Engineering qualification

Computer Literate

Job description

SA Metal Group is proud of the high quality of people it has attracted.
Our employees are committed to our mission of providing the best
possible service to all our valued suppliers and customers, with
enthusiasm and integrity.

We believe that our people are our biggest asset. We aim to provide all staff members with all possible opportunities to realize their full potential within optimum working conditions. The process starts with selecting the right people for the job, after which we ensure continuous skills development, assisting the SA Metal Group to grow and develop.

We strive to conduct all our business with integrity, professionalism and a positive attitude.

Training, Empowerment & Development

SA Metal Group’s Human Capital Development Policy states:

“SA Metal Group values its people above all other assets and strives to develop all staff members to their full potential. To this end the Company provides excellent human capital development programmes and rewards staff members who strive to improve themselves and show commitment to the Mission of the Company.”

We offer many development programmes, including our Supervisory Development Programme, Artisan Development Programme and Adult Basic Education and Training Programme. We have on-site computer training facilities countrywide where these courses are held.

These programmes are aimed to develop, motivate and upskill our employees, providing them with an opportunity to progress to their full potential within SA Metal Group.

SA Steelworks has Senior Operator positions 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

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

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

In good health, physically fit

Attributes:

Team player

Concentration & Precision

Ability to work independently

Skills

Communication Health and Safety Compliance Heavy Equipment Operator Maintenance Quality Control Teamwork