• Application Deadline:
• Position: Size Press Operator



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification Secondary School (SSCE)



• Experience 5 years



• Location Ogun




• Job Field Engineering / Technical 
  
  

Job Description

• The Size Press Operator at EPPL Factory is responsible for operating and maintaining the size press section of the paper machine. 


• The role ensures proper application of sizing agents, monitors equipment performance, and ensures quality control of the paper surface during production. 


• The operator must adhere to production schedules, optimize machine performance, and maintain high safety and operational standards

Responsibilities

• Operate size press unit efficiently according to standard operating procedures.


• Maintain proper starch application and ensure consistent paper quality.


• Monitor key parameters like moisture, starch pickup, reel quality, and machine speed.


• Adjust rollers, nip pressure, and solution feed as needed for optimal operation.


• Ensure the sizing process enhances paper strength and printability.


• Detect and correct paper defects such as streaks, wrinkles, and uneven sizing.


• Conduct routine checks and assist in preventive maintenance of the size press section.


• Report faults or abnormal behavior to the maintenance and shift supervisor promptly.


• Maintain accurate logs of production activities, sizing solution usage, and breakdowns.


• Prepare shift-wise reports and handover notes.


• Work with the wet end and dry end operators for synchronized production.


• Coordinate with quality control and maintenance teams for smooth operations.


• Maintain cleanliness of the size press area, ensuring spills and leaks are promptly managed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Secondary School Certificate (SSCE); Technical diploma or certification in mechanical/production operations is an added advantage.


• Certification as a 1st class Boiler Operator is required


• 5 years of experience operating high-pressure boilers in a power plant or industrial setting.


• Experience in paper manufacturing is required

Technical and Behavioural Skills:

• Understanding of the paper manufacturing process and the size press function.


• Ability to operate mechanical systems and interpret control parameters.


• Basic knowledge of sizing/starch application and its impact on paper quality.


• Attention to detail, quick problem-solving, and mechanical aptitude.


• Ability to work in a shift system and under pressure in a fast-paced environment.


• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Work Environment:

• Factory-based role with exposure to hot surfaces, rotating machinery, and chemical usage.


• Strict adherence to safety protocols is mandatory.

Employment details:

• Full-time position with rotating shifts.


• Flexibility to work weekends, night shifts, and public holidays as required