Manager : Technical at Sappi

As a Manager: Technical, you will be responsible to:

• Optimize the overall plant (mill) performance through process engineers who collect and collate the data on the plants they support. This is then used by the TM to analyze the big picture and formulate plans / actions.
• Ensure reliable process analytical support by managing the laboratories regarding manpower and equipment capabilities
• Ensure customer support by liaising with Marketing and directly with the customers to understand their exact needs and requirements. Where required, new equipment/test methods are implemented and/or developed.
• Research, propose and motivate new capital investment to optimize current and/or new processes.
• Co-ordinates and controls all activities required to ensure that SHEQ Management is fully operational and effective.
• Monitors the Mill Laboratory operation so that a continuous flow of accurate process data is supplied to Production Section.
• Directs Quality Control and the Mill Laboratory so that products leaving the Mill and Pulp produced in the Mill conform to relevant specifications. Though the Mill Laboratory advises production sections on suitability of raw materials received. 

What are we looking for?

Relevant Qualifications & Experience

• B.Sc (Eng), B Tech (Pulp & Paper)
• Management Development Programme (MDP) will serve as an advantage.
• Computer Literate (MS Office)

Minimum Experience

• 8 - 10 Years’ experience in the Paper Manufacturing environment
• 5 years Management experience