Process Technician 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 an experienced Process Technician to monitor day to day production process.

As a Process Technician, you will be responsible for: 

• Maintain process standards documentation based on the direction received from Process Engineers. Support teams in the plan to understand the process requirements and the impacts of their actions
• Ensure that the start-up, shut-down, Best Operating Practices, and operating manuals are up to date for the plant or section. Support Foremen and Shift Superintendents with their process of continuously upskilling their teams by providing documents for toolbox talks and other team briefings
• Review high-level designs produced by Process Engineers and provide input on the practicality of the designs and add insight into the reality of the day-to-day production environment. Gather input from Production staff if required. Contribute to detailed designs on request from Process Engineers
• Conduct basic root cause analysis by participating in multi-disciplinary teams. Review recurring alarms, conduct basic investigations, and develop recommendations for Controllers and Superintendents to implement
• Highlight day-to-day existing controls that are not working as intended as part of process engineering activities on request
• Monitor day-to-day adherence to environmental standards for the section and resolve basic issues with the Production teams. Escalate all significant issues to the Process Engineer
• Obtain an understanding of the new processes in order to participate in the simulations or live testing. Provide feedback to Process Engineers based on the parameters they require
• Participate in commissioning (cold, hot, and live) based on tasks assigned by the Process Engineer. Obtain a complete understanding of the new process as a super user

What are we looking for?

• BTech Chemical Engineering / BEng Tech Chemical Engineering/ National Diploma in Chemical Engineering or Pulp and Paper Processing
• 3-5 years of process experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with SAP, BrainCube, and PI data systems would be advantageous

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 to fast-track your career within Sappi
• Opportunities to travel (dependent on the role)
• Market-leading leave benefits
• Employee wellbeing benefits