Reeler Assistant Uptakes #2 FTC

Reeler Assistant Uptakes #2 FTC

Sappi Southern Africa

Country:  South Africa

City:  Ngodwana

Location:  Mill Ngodwana

Division:  Production

Posting date:  14 Jul 2026

Closing date:  28 Jul 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 Reeler Assistant Uptakes #2 FTC to work along the #2 Uptake Operator to ensure maximum production while meeting the required set safety and quality specification standard.

As a Reeler Assistant Uptakes #2 FTC you will be responsible for:

• Operate the reel conveyor safely and efficiently in accordance with operating procedures.
• Move reels for weighing, conveying, and storage in the designated pulp slab area.
• Label reels accurately to ensure correct product identification and traceability.
• Carry out operational tasks as directed by the Process Operator and Shift Superintendent.
• Perform routine cleaning of machines and equipment during shutdowns and as operationally required.
• Report equipment failures, defects, and abnormal plant conditions promptly.
• Apply best operating practices to ensure safe, efficient, and quality production.
• Identify, communicate, and help mitigate workplace risks while complying with safety requirements.

What are we looking for?

• Matric (Grade 12) with Maths & Physical Science or N3 in Pulp and Paper.
• Minimum 6 months relevant experience in a 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 a Reeler Assistant Uptakes #2 FTC to work along the #2 Uptake Operator to ensure maximum production while meeting the required set safety and quality specification standard.

As a Reeler Assistant Uptakes #2 FTC you will be responsible for:

What are we looking for?

• Matric (Grade 12) with Maths & Physical Science or N3 in Pulp and Paper.
• Minimum 6 months relevant experience in a production environment.

What’s in it for you?

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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