MFC Production Operator Tapper (Middelburg) at Samancor Chrome

Description
PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To safely prepare the tap floor and auxiliaries and to safely tap the furnace to recover molten product and monitor the molten alloy stream and slag streams and to take responsibility of the tap platforms and the tapping process.

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Participate and comply with SHEQ requirements (SHEQ Toolbox)

CUSTOMERS 

• Ensure Customer Satisfaction

BUSINESS PROCESSES 

• All duties as specified in Prod Operator M3M4 B3/L2 Job Profile
• Ensure tap floor and auxiliaries are prepared for tapping
• Perform inspections on tapping drill and mud gun equipment
• Ensure correct alignment and operation of the tapping drill and mud gun
• Perform inspections on the slag launder, alloy launder and casting bays for preparedness
• Ensure lancing equipment is safe and ready to use
• Oversee and take samples and temperature with QRT’s
• Taking responsibility for lancing activities during abnormal furnace conditions
• Assist with electrode additions
• Monitor the slag and alloy run off during tapping
• Oversee the work at tap platform and coach and assist trainees
• Shift work
• Housekeeping standards on the tap floor and general plant cleaning
• Be prepared to work in a hot and dusty environment
• Work overtime as required

Requirements
Minimum qualifications: 

• Grade 12 / N3 or N3 that is equivalent to a Grade 12/ Matric (4x Technical subjects or 4x Business subjects and 2x Language subjects)
• Two years relevant experience (operating relevant equipment, e.g. Tap hole drill and mud gun) in a Production environment
• Valid Driver’s license (minimum B/ Code 8) 

Advantageous: 

• Experience of Plant Layout
• Overhead Crane License
• Forklift License

 BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: 

• Safety Awareness
• Initiative
• Managing Work
• Results Orientation
• Work Standards
• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication
• Adaptability
• Contributing to Team Success

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES:

Skills:

• Microsoft Office
• Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, Chromedoc)
• Skills required for acting one level higher

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of M3M4 Plant Layout
• Demonstrate an understanding of the M3M4 tapping process
• Demonstrate an understanding of tapping drill and mud gun equipment alignment