Bale Line Assistant Uptakes at Sappi

As a Bale Line Assistant Uptakes #3, you will be responsible for:

• Assist with startup and shut down of various operations throughout  the bale line from the cutter to the Unitizer.
• Assist with the availability of  packaging materials for bales (wire, wrapper, ink for labelling).
• Safe operation of overhead crane/hoist for loading wire and wrapper rolls to the respective equipment.
• Report problematic equipment affecting process.
• Assist with autonomous maintenance on units as and when required to maximise efficiency on plant.
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping (Achieve and maintain 5 S).
• Ensure that high level of safety standards are maintained in area.
• Assist with the issuing of clearances and isolations according to isolation procedure standards.
• Assist with first line troubleshooting and actioning of defects on the bale line to ensure that downtime is minimised.
• Assist with ensuring quality and appearance of wrapped bales are to customer satisfaction.
• Assist with dryer cleaning during sheet breaks and shuts.
• Perform adhoc duties during incidental and maintenance shuts as requested by the shift supt.

What are we looking for? 

• Matric with Maths and Physical Science or N3 Pulp and Paper with Maths and Science.
• 6 months industry 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 
• Opportunities to travel (dependent on the role) 
• Market-leading leave benefits 
• Employee wellbeing benefits