Lignin Attendant at Sappi

Description

We are hiring!

• At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment. 
• We’re on the lookout for a Lignin Attendant to ensure the smooth operation of Modified Lignin equipment and chemicals to ensure that good quality modified products are made with no waste.

As a Lignin Attendant, you will be responsible to: 

• Assists the Spray Dryer Operator in the making of Modified lignin Products both Liquid and Powder.
• Runs Batch Reactions of Lignin paying close attention to quality of product produced
• Ensures safe correct dosing of chemicals.
• Ensure valves are correctly lined up for required products and communicates with the Spray Dryer operator to ensure levels are correct and no contamination occurs.
• Monitors reaction exotherm and ensures the correct peak ratios are reached
• Runs 25kg Bagging plant during Modified lignin runs with the assistance of the Assistant SD operator and the SD operator
• Visually checks, Chemical Storage Areas, Pumps, Tanks, conveyors, chutes, and other plant machinery for defects which may require attention and reports to the Production Foreman. (Autonomous Maintenance).
• Maintains housekeeping and safety by keeping his plant clean, tidy, and adhering to safety practices and procedures.
• Assists in the Sodium Sulphite plant.
• Samples liquor after the reaction and pumps the correct tanks based on results.
• Carries out any duties/tasks as requested by supervision
• Reducing waste, Preventing spills
• Meeting environmental targets that apply to his sphere of influence
• Complying with hazardous chemical handling procedures
• Complying with environmental legal requirements

What are we looking for?

Relevant Qualifications & Experience

• Matric and N4 Pulp & Paper Certificate (4 subjects) and/or relevant NQF Level 5 qualification.
• Computer Literate (MS Office Package).
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably, paper production.
• An S4 in Pulp & Paper or Chemical Engineering would be advantageous