Solvent Plant Operator

The main responsibility of this position is to ensure effective operation of the Extraction plant.

Skills :

• Effective operation of extraction plant according to operating procedures
• Ensure samples are taken as required and sent to laboratory
• Reporting of all deviations to management
• Ensure daily log sheets quality sheet master cleaning schedules are kept up to date
• Measurement of process chemicals oil levels cake production and ensure it is captured on control sheets per shift
• Ensure all process chemicals required are available
• Report maintenance issues to management and maintenance team
• Assist maintenance team during plant shutdown periods
• Ensure effective housekeeping
• Attend relevant required training interventions
• Provide assistance with regards to training of employees
• Any other reasonable relevant task allocated

Health and Safety

• Participate in safety forums created by Soill for example safety meetings and safety talks
• Followup on any activities assigned through safety meetings / committees / representatives / management
• Report all safety incidents to the relevant people
• Attend safety education and refresher programmes
• Comply with safety policies and procedures at Soill
• Distribute safety information as and when required
• Wear protective clothing (where applicable) at all times

Employee management and development

• Ensure overall compliance to relevant procedures and policies.
• Ensure that all team members have clearly defined job profiles
• Regular goal review completed to assess achievement of results
• Support coaching and mentoring is continuously provided to ensure that objectives are met
• Ensure that development plans are in place for each employee
• Appropriate allocation of resources to meet operational demands
• Ensure that events/activities taking place in the team are effectively communicated within team
• Ensure adequate succession planning in order to meet ongoing and anticipated business requirements