Vacancies at AECI Limited

Job Description

• Sets up the filter press according to laid down procedures.
• Pumps solutions from the intermediate tank to the filter press.
• Monitors the flow through the filter press.
• Adjusts the density by adjusting the water flow.
• Stops the intermediate tank stirrer when the liquid level drops below the stirrer blades.
• Pumps the finished product from the clear tank to the finished product storage tank.
• Determines the dip of the storage tank batch size calculations.
• Take samples for lab analysis.
• Cleans filter press according to laid down procedures.
• Keeps the plant tidy at all times and reports all unsafe or out of order equipment promptly to the Team Leader.
• Transfers bags containing filtrate mud to a designated storage area.
• Required to assist with stock takes when required.
• To undertake any legal ad hoc tasks for which the incumbent is competent as directed by management.
• Required to drive a forklift when required.
• To undertake any legal ad hoc tasks for which the incumbent is competent as directed by Management.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Sets up the filter press according to laid down procedures.
• Pumps solutions from the intermediate tank to the filter press.
• Monitors the flow through the filter press.
• Adjusts the density by adjusting the water flow.
• Stops the intermediate tank stirrer when the liquid level drops below the stirrer blades.
• Pumps the finished product from the clear tank to the finished product storage tank.
• Determines the dip of the storage tank batch size calculations.
• Take samples for lab analysis.
• Cleans filter press according to laid down procedures.
• Keeps the plant tidy at all times and reports all unsafe or out of order equipment promptly to the Team Leader.
• Transfers bags containing filtrate mud to a designated storage area.
• Required to assist with stock takes when required.
• To undertake any legal ad hoc tasks for which the incumbent is competent as directed by management.
• Required to drive a forklift when required.
• To undertake any legal ad hoc tasks for which the incumbent is competent as directed by Management.

Qualifications & Experience

Matric / Grade 12.

Diploma or Certificate in chemical plant operations related courses would be advantageous.

Minimum of 1 year experience in a Production and / or chemical plant operations experience.

Required

Must be able to drive a forklift, be medically fit to drive a forklift and be in possession of a valid forklift driver’s license.

Basic computer literacy skills.

Knowledge of SHEQ Management Systems standards/requirements would be advantageous.

Competencies

• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Communication
• Planning and organising
• Following instructions and procedures
• Coping with pressures and setback
• Adhering to principles and values
• Adapting and responding to change
• Team work
• Apply expertise and knowledge

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Job Description

• Maintain a high standard of Quality and Safety when handling samples and performing housekeeping duties.
• Support maintenance of the ISO 17025 Quality Management System.
• Seamless collection of samples from the plant and delivery of samples for testing to the Analyst and Assistant Analysts.
• Actively participate in maintenance of the Quality Management System.
• Observe and follow safety, health, security and environmental policies and guidelines.
• Housekeeping in the various sections of the laboratory.
• Maintain a high standard of safety and quality in all activities.
• Perform periodic stock-taking as required
• Prepare necessary chemicals and solutions to enable seamless analysis
• Perform basic checks and verification of functionality of test equipment and report as appropriate.
• Take responsibility for safe handling of gas cyclinders during delivery
• Manage and coordinate waste disposal in the laboratory.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain a high standard of Quality and Safety when handling samples and performing housekeeping duties.
• Support maintenance of the ISO 17025 Quality Management System.
• Seamless collection of samples from the plant and delivery of samples for testing to the Analyst and Assistant Analysts.
• Actively participate in maintenance of the Quality Management System.
• Observe and follow safety, health, security and environmental policies and guidelines.
• Housekeeping in the various sections of the laboratory.
• Maintain a high standard of safety and quality in all activities.
• Perform periodic stock-taking as required
• Prepare necessary chemicals and solutions to enable seamless analysis
• Perform basic checks and verification of functionality of test equipment and report as appropriate.
• Take responsibility for safe handling of gas cyclinders during delivery
• Manage and coordinate waste disposal in the laboratory.

Qualifications & Experience

• Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science
• Tertiary education in Chemistry / Science will be an advantage
• Driver’s License (Code B)
• Previous laboratory experience will be an advantage

Competencies

• Knowledge of working with hazardous chemicals
• Collaborating and co-operating
• Good command of English (Read, Speak and Write)
• Good organisational skills
• Attention to detail

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Job Description

• Assist with cleaning/decontamination tasks, i.e. draining/cleaning of vessels/pipes, unblocking of pipes, etc.
• Optimize packing machine run times by reporting downtime due to drum shortages, breakdowns, etc.
• Required to report all downtime to the Team Leader immediately.
• Ensure good housekeeping standards are maintained in areas of responsibility.
• Respond to instructions received from the Team Leader.
• Report all relevant equipment breakdowns or deviations to the Team Leader.
• Help to keep packaging lines in a clean and safe condition.
• Adhere to quality standards as specified by the Plant Operator/Team Leader.
• Assist Management with problem solving tasks.
• Required to report all non-conformance issues, e.g. spillages, off spec product, packaging problems, etc. to the Team Leader.
• Ensure correct quantity/type of packing material is collected from the Stores and sign appropriate space on relevant job cards.
• Adhere to production packing targets as specified by the Team Leader.
• Required to conform to relevant SHEQ rules and regulations as per company policy
• Required to work in other work areas as directed by the Team Leader/Production Manager.
• On occasion required to carry out miscellaneous legal ad hoc tasks for which the incumbent is competent as instructed by the Team Leader.
• To participate and assist to maintain SHEQ Management System certificates/standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with cleaning/decontamination tasks, i.e. draining/cleaning of vessels/pipes, unblocking of pipes, etc.
• Optimize packing machine run times by reporting downtime due to drum shortages, breakdowns, etc.
• Required to report all downtime to the Team Leader immediately.
• Ensure good housekeeping standards are maintained in areas of responsibility.
• Respond to instructions received from the Team Leader.
• Report all relevant equipment breakdowns or deviations to the Team Leader.
• Help to keep packaging lines in a clean and safe condition.
• Adhere to quality standards as specified by the Plant Operator/Team Leader.
• Assist Management with problem solving tasks.
• Required to report all non-conformance issues, e.g. spillages, off spec product, packaging problems, etc. to the Team Leader.
• Ensure correct quantity/type of packing material is collected from the Stores and sign appropriate space on relevant job cards.
• Adhere to production packing targets as specified by the Team Leader.
• Required to conform to relevant SHEQ rules and regulations as per company policy
• Required to work in other work areas as directed by the Team Leader/Production Manager.
• On occasion required to carry out miscellaneous legal ad hoc tasks for which the incumbent is competent as instructed by the Team Leader.
• To participate and assist to maintain SHEQ Management System certificates/standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Matric / Grade 12.
• Able to drive a forklift, be medically fit to drive a forklift and be in possession of a valid forklift driver’s license.
• Minimum of 3 - 6 month’s experience in a Production and / or Packaging environment and items allied thereto.
• Minimum of 6 months’ forklift driving experience.
• Required to maintain medical fitness to drive a forklift in order to successfully have the forklift driver’s license renewed.
• Basic computer literacy skills.
• Able to work independently as well as within a team and be able to multi-task with attention to detail.
• Possess a sound knowledge of production procedures.
• Knowledge of SHEQ Management Systems standards/requirements would be advantageous.

Competencies

• Safety orientated
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Communication
• Following instructions and procedures
• Adhering to principles and values
• Coping with pressures and setbacks
• Adapting and responding to change
• Team work
• Apply expertise and knowledge