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Process Controller in Training - Newsprint

Process Controller in Training - Newsprint

Sappi Southern Africa
Country:  South Africa
City:  Ngodwana
Location:  Mill Ngodwana
Division:  Production
Posting date:  9 Apr 2026
Closing date:  23 Apr 2026

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 a Process Controller in Training - Newsprint to safely and efficiently operate Newsprint equipment under his/her control to ensure optimal production output and quality, while maintaining cost efficiency and minimizing downtime, rejections, and effluent.

 

As an Process Controller in Training - Newsprint you will be responsible for:

  • Perform pre-start inspections according to making sheet and best operating practices.
  • Start up and shut down the Newsprint Wet End in accordance with standard procedures.
  • Monitor and control visual and physical paper properties, taking corrective action when required.
  • Optimise furnish mixes in line with production requirements and quality standards.
  • Check consistencies against laboratory results and take corrective action on discrepancies.
  • Monitor and control effluent flows, fresh water usage, and cleaning sequences for felt and wire.
  • Identify and report operational problems, abnormal conditions, and equipment defects.
  • Complete exception reports and record downtime accurately in the OEE system.
  • Perform shutdown tasks, including isolations and lock-out procedures in line with safety requirements.
  • Operate equipment such as overhead cranes safely and efficiently.
  • Ensure compliance with all SHEQ requirements, including hazard identification, BBS observations, and risk mitigation.
  • Maintain good housekeeping standards and provide on-the-job training to trainees.

 

What are we looking for?

  • Matric (Grade 12) with Mathematics and Physical Science, and relevant NQF Level 5 qualification.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience working on a Paper Machine manufacturing process.
  • Valid Outside Operator licence.

 

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 .
  • Market leading leave benefits.
  • Employee wellbeing benefits.

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 a Process Controller in Training - Newsprint to safely and efficiently operate Newsprint equipment under his/her control to ensure optimal production output and quality, while maintaining cost efficiency and minimizing downtime, rejections, and effluent.

 

As an Process Controller in Training - Newsprint you will be responsible for:

  • Perform pre-start inspections according to making sheet and best operating practices.
  • Start up and shut down the Newsprint Wet End in accordance with standard procedures.
  • Monitor and control visual and physical paper properties, taking corrective action when required.
  • Optimise furnish mixes in line with production requirements and quality standards.
  • Check consistencies against laboratory results and take corrective action on discrepancies.
  • Monitor and control effluent flows, fresh water usage, and cleaning sequences for felt and wire.
  • Identify and report operational problems, abnormal conditions, and equipment defects.
  • Complete exception reports and record downtime accurately in the OEE system.
  • Perform shutdown tasks, including isolations and lock-out procedures in line with safety requirements.
  • Operate equipment such as overhead cranes safely and efficiently.
  • Ensure compliance with all SHEQ requirements, including hazard identification, BBS observations, and risk mitigation.
  • Maintain good housekeeping standards and provide on-the-job training to trainees.

 

What are we looking for?

  • Matric (Grade 12) with Mathematics and Physical Science, and relevant NQF Level 5 qualification.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience working on a Paper Machine manufacturing process.
  • Valid Outside Operator licence.

 

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 .
  • Market leading leave benefits.
  • Employee wellbeing benefits.

Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.

Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.

ABOUT SAPPI

Sappi is a leading global provider of everyday materials made from woodfibre-based renewable resources. As a diversified, innovative and trusted leader focused on sustainable processes and products, we are building a more circular economy by making what we should, not just what we can.

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