CalMag Filter Press Operator at AECI Limited

Job Description

• Sets up the filter press according to laid down procedures.
• Pumps solutions from the intermediate tank to the filter press.
• Monitors the flow through the filter press.
• Adjusts the density by adjusting the water flow.
• Stops the intermediate tank stirrer when the liquid level drops below the stirrer blades.
• Pumps the finished product from the clear tank to the finished product storage tank.
• Determines the dip of the storage tank batch size calculations.
• Take samples for lab analysis.
• Cleans filter press according to laid down procedures.
• Keeps the plant tidy at all times and reports all unsafe or out of order equipment promptly to the Team Leader.
• Transfers bags containing filtrate mud to a designated storage area.
• Required to assist with stock takes when required.
• To undertake any legal ad hoc tasks for which the incumbent is competent as directed by management.
• Required to drive a forklift when required.
• To undertake any legal ad hoc tasks for which the incumbent is competent as directed by Management.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Sets up the filter press according to laid down procedures.
• Pumps solutions from the intermediate tank to the filter press.
• Monitors the flow through the filter press.
• Adjusts the density by adjusting the water flow.
• Stops the intermediate tank stirrer when the liquid level drops below the stirrer blades.
• Pumps the finished product from the clear tank to the finished product storage tank.
• Determines the dip of the storage tank batch size calculations.
• Take samples for lab analysis.
• Cleans filter press according to laid down procedures.
• Keeps the plant tidy at all times and reports all unsafe or out of order equipment promptly to the Team Leader.
• Transfers bags containing filtrate mud to a designated storage area.
• Required to assist with stock takes when required.
• To undertake any legal ad hoc tasks for which the incumbent is competent as directed by management.
• Required to drive a forklift when required.
• To undertake any legal ad hoc tasks for which the incumbent is competent as directed by Management.

Qualifications & Experience

Matric / Grade 12.

Diploma or Certificate in chemical plant operations related courses would be advantageous.

Minimum of 1 year experience in a Production and / or chemical plant operations experience.

Required

Must be able to drive a forklift, be medically fit to drive a forklift and be in possession of a valid forklift driver’s license.

Basic computer literacy skills.

Knowledge of SHEQ Management Systems standards/requirements would be advantageous.

Competencies

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Communication
• Planning and organising
• Following instructions and procedures
• Coping with pressures and setback
• Adhering to principles and values
• Adapting and responding to change
• Team work
• Apply expertise and knowledge