Process Controller CRF #2 at Sappi

As a Process Controller, you will be responsible to:

• Shift Management, oversee shift transitions, utilize electronic reporting systems, and evaluate data from the previous shift to ensure smooth operations.
• Quality Control, review quality sheets and exception reports to maintain high standards.
• Forecasting, understand and act according to the shift forecast to ensure optimal plant performance.
• External Factors, assess and communicate external plant influences to the Shift Superintendent.
• Communication, maintain continuous and clear communication with the Shift Superintendent, Outside Operator, and other relevant parties.
• Plant Optimization, manage plant operations within current constraints (e.g., raw materials) and ensure a 70% solids concentration.
• Operational Tasks, execute production activities, including shutdowns, start-ups, pump changes, and handling logs, reports, and trends.
• Housekeeping & Maintenance, maintain good housekeeping practices, ensure prompt attention to equipment defects, and issue work permits as necessary.
• Safety & Compliance, create a safe work environment, manage risks, and adhere to safety procedures and legal regulations. Report accidents, injuries, and fires immediately.
• Administrative Duties, capture and record accurate data for plant efficiency calculations, and document plant deviations and notifications.
• Utilize SAP PM notifications, OEE entries, Daily Logbook, and LIS systems for reporting and documentation.

Required Minimum Qualifications: 

• Grade 12 with Maths and Psychical Science plus relevant post Matric Certificate NQF Level 5.
• S4 in Chem Eng or Pulp and Paper will be advantageous.
• Relevant plant licence will be advantageous
• 2 years’ experience in a Production Environment