Quality Control Laboratory - Shift Supervisor ( Shalaamboot) at Sappi

As a Quality Control Laboratory – Shift Supervisor, you will be responsible for: 

• Ensure effective running of the groundwood lab, wet-end lab, and paper laboratory.
• Ensure that the team/shift uses the correct methods of testing. 
• Identify possible errors in testing methods and take corrective action. 
• Must be fully conversant with ISO 9001 test methods and testing procedures and be able to assist the analyst, should the need arise.
• Ensure proper calibration of equipment and functioning of equipment. 
• Responsible for any non-routine special test that needs to be carried out during the shift.
• Responsible for on-the-job training of new recruits on shift.
• Liaise closely with the plant regarding quality results and the status of the product, advising them timeously of quality trends and the possibility of cull paper. 
• Responsible for keeping an up-to-date record of attendance for shift employees on SAP 
• Organises call-outs in the case of absenteeism/leave.
• Responsible for the good housekeeping and safety of all three laboratories during the shift.

What are we looking for?

• Grade 12 with Maths and Physical Science/ N3 Pulp and Paper Making
• Relevant Post- Matric qualification will be advantageous
• 3-5 years relevant working experience
• Supervisory experience will be advantageous
• Experience in pulp and paper making will be advantageous