Shift Plant Operator at BASF

What you can expect

The incumbent will be required To assist the Shift Plant Foreman and Deputy Shift Foreman to produce and finish products that are required to meet the Sales and Operations planned requirements in the safest and the most efficient way possible. Duties will include the following:

•     Read handover book, complete tasks that were in progress at the end of the previous shift

•     Place raw materials on the production floor

•     Prepare solutions as required

•     Remove all empties from the production facilities after charging is complete

•     Prepare the filtering equipment and filter the product into bulk storage or drums. Ensure no spillage and monitor until filtration is complete

•     Check the weight of any product filled and ensure it is accurate

•     Ensure that product filled has been passed by Quality Control

•     Collect empty drums required for filling and prepare them for use and ensure the accuracy of stencil markings

•     Record daily dips of bulk stock tanks and any other data that is required

•     Assist in the maintenance of a high standard of safety and housekeeping in the area of work and in general

•     Clean the basket strainers at the suction to the dispersion pumps as required

•     Clean out cooling vessel

• Assist foreman to monitor the DCS.

• Monitor scrubber, replace caustic solution, and remove contaminated solutions.

   What we expect

•     Completed Grade 12 qualification with Maths and Science

•     NQF level 2 in Chemical Operation learnership

•     Forklift license

•     Previous work experience in a chemical plant

•     Knowledge of the OHSACT

We offer

Responsibility from day one in a challenging work environment and on-the-job training as part of a committed team. Competitive compensation including attractive benefits as well as excellent career  opportunities in an international company.

BASF is an equal opportunity employer which we embrace diversity and the principles of employment equity.

Closing date for applications: 4 January 2022