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Process Operator #2 Uptakes

Process Operator #2 Uptakes

Sappi Southern Africa
Country:  South Africa
City:  Ngodwana
Location:  Mill Ngodwana
Division:  Production
Posting date:  4 Mar 2026
Closing date:  18 Mar 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 an Process Operator #2 Uptakes to manage the production of pulp reels through the #2 Uptake machine safely and efficiently.  

 

As an Process Operator #2 Uptakes you will be responsible for:

  • Responsible for pre-start inspections across stock supply, mould section, press section, reeler, and conveyor systems.
  • Start-up and controlled stopping of the 2 Uptake machine according to set procedures.
  • Monitor and control operating parameters on the machine and stock supply.
  • Log events, control changes, downtime reports, and production data electronically.
  • Perform continuous troubleshooting and corrective actions, reporting issues in SAP and to the Shift Supervisor.
  • Conduct detailed shift handovers to ensure seamless operational continuity.
  • Communicate effectively with other sections where operational interaction occurs.
  • Replace wear materials such as suction mould wire in accordance with operating standards.
  • Maintain housekeeping and cleanliness in the area to 5S standards.
  • Support safe work procedures and best operating practices, including issuing maintenance work permits.
  • Ensure duties of the Reeler Assistant are completed to required operational standards.
  • Manage the reeler area and ensure reels produced meet quality and condition requirements.

 

What are we looking for?

  • Matric with Mathematics and Physical Science, or N3 in Pulp and Paper, or N3 in Engineering Studies.
  • 1 year machine operating experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

 

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 an Process Operator #2 Uptakes to manage the production of pulp reels through the #2 Uptake machine safely and efficiently.  

 

As an Process Operator #2 Uptakes you will be responsible for:

  • Responsible for pre-start inspections across stock supply, mould section, press section, reeler, and conveyor systems.
  • Start-up and controlled stopping of the 2 Uptake machine according to set procedures.
  • Monitor and control operating parameters on the machine and stock supply.
  • Log events, control changes, downtime reports, and production data electronically.
  • Perform continuous troubleshooting and corrective actions, reporting issues in SAP and to the Shift Supervisor.
  • Conduct detailed shift handovers to ensure seamless operational continuity.
  • Communicate effectively with other sections where operational interaction occurs.
  • Replace wear materials such as suction mould wire in accordance with operating standards.
  • Maintain housekeeping and cleanliness in the area to 5S standards.
  • Support safe work procedures and best operating practices, including issuing maintenance work permits.
  • Ensure duties of the Reeler Assistant are completed to required operational standards.
  • Manage the reeler area and ensure reels produced meet quality and condition requirements.

 

What are we looking for?

  • Matric with Mathematics and Physical Science, or N3 in Pulp and Paper, or N3 in Engineering Studies.
  • 1 year machine operating experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

 

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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