Production Foreman: Pulp

About this role

Sappi, a global producer of woodfibre products, is looking for a Production Foreman for its pulp operation in Mandeni. The role is about running the plant well: people, equipment and materials all need to work together to meet customer requirements and mill standards.

What you’ll do

• Lead a shift-based team on your assigned plant and manage its day-to-day work.
• Plan plant operations so that raw materials, energy and people are used as efficiently as possible.
• Oversee production activities, including shutdowns, start-ups, checks, log sheets and trend monitoring, to keep quality and efficiency on target.
• Coach and mentor your team, run on-the-job and off-the-job training, and review performance against goals and standards of conduct.
• Enforce SHEQ (safety, health, environment and quality) requirements, investigate incidents, find root causes and correct non-conformances.
• Recommend maintenance, upgrades or replacement of equipment to improve production efficiency, and manage the annual fixed cost, overtime and manpower budgets in your area.
• Deal with internal and external suppliers and customers, including responding to customer feedback and taking corrective action where needed.

What you need

• Matric (Grade 12) and a full N4 in pulp making, papermaking, or an NQF Level 5 qualification in a related field.
• At least 3 years of plant operations experience.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Computer literacy, including MS Office.
• SAP knowledge.

Is this job for you?

This role suits someone who has already worked in a production plant and has led a team on shift. You should be comfortable making decisions on the floor, keeping people safe and holding your team to clear standards.

Tips before you apply

• Have your matric certificate, N4 or NQF Level 5 certificate and any other academic records ready to upload.
• Show your plant operations and supervisory years clearly on your CV, with dates, plant type and team size.
• Give examples of safety improvements, incident investigations or team training you have led, as these link directly to the SHEQ focus of the role.

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