Plant Operator

AECI LimitedPietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-NatalOn-siteFull-timeListed 1 week ago

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About this role

Purpose of the job

To operate plant and equipment in designated sections in accordance with standard operating procedures

Roles and Responsibilities

- Prepare batch start-up, ensuring plant section safety and proper documentation.

- Manufacture blends in blenders and reaction batches in reactors.

- Strictly adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs).

- Communicate accurate information to Team Leaders and Laboratory personnel.

- Safely isolate plant and equipment during maintenance following relevant procedures.

- Stencil polycans and label all packaging containers.

- Load and offload tankers.

- Transfer products to and from storage tanks.

- Monitor effluent levels.

- Manage and separate waste materials.

- Operate a forklift and hoist.

- Conduct risk assessments.

- Ensure compliance with all safety standards.

Qualifications and Experience

- Grade 12 / Matric

- Chemical Operations NQF 3

- Valid Forklift licence

- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a chemical plant

- Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.

- Must be able to work shifts.

Competencies

- Safety awareness

- Attention to detail

- Work standards

- Teamwork

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