Winder Operator — Growth, Travel & Development

Sappi; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and development programmes

Travel opportunities

Market leading leave benefits

Employee wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Sappi is seeking a Winder Operator to join the Winder team and help achieve production targets while maintaining product quality and accurate data entry in the Product Tracking System (PTS).

The role requires a Matric or N3 in Pulp and Paper with at least one year of relevant manufacturing experience in the paper industry. You will perform reel handling, quality checks, and support maintenance and safety protocols on site.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) with Maths and Physical Science or N3 in Pulp and Paper is required.
• Minimum of one year of relevant manufacturing experience within the Pulp and Paper industry, preferably in a Paper Machine environment.

Responsibilities

• Production recording and system updates on the Product Tracking System (PTS) and Metso system.
• Monitor paper quality using Papermap reports for mass and moisture and Autoline results for other properties, reporting abnormalities.
• Update paper status on the PTS in consultation with the Shift Superintendent and ensure processing according to Pass, Cull or Recovery decisions.
• Identify and mark reels for retesting; submit samples to the laboratory and communicate results to the Shift Superintendent for a final quality decision.
• Conduct reel finishing and inspection: cut jumbo sets, secure ends, apply tape and barcodes, and inspect for defects.
• Assist Winderman with start-up preparations, jumbo preparation after turn-up, housekeeping, and other duties to support safe production.

Education

Matric (Grade 12) with Maths & Physical Science or N3 in Pulp and Paper

Job description

Sappi is seeking a Winder Operator to join the Winder team and help achieve production targets while maintaining product quality and accurate data entry in the Product Tracking System (PTS).

The role requires a Matric or N3 in Pulp and Paper with at least one year of relevant manufacturing experience in the paper industry. You will perform reel handling, quality checks, and support maintenance and safety protocols on site.