Chemical Engineer - Quality Assurance

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary & bonus

Medical & retirement benefits

Paid time off

QA training opportunities

Professional work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Chemical Engineer for a reputable chemical producer in Kimberley to join the Quality Assurance team. You will develop and implement QA procedures, analyze product data, and investigate deviations to safeguard product integrity.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry and 3–5 years in QA/QC within the chemical or pharmaceutical sector, with ISO 9001 knowledge and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
• 3–5 years of experience in quality assurance or quality control within chemical/pharmaceutical industry.
• Thorough understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with analytical testing methods and statistical process control (SPC).
• Strong problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain QA systems and procedures for chemical manufacturing processes.
• Monitor production and finished products for compliance with specs and standards.
• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and investigate deviations/non-conformances.
• Collaborate with production, R&D, and regulatory teams to resolve quality issues.
• Conduct internal audits and support external regulatory inspections.
• Manage product release processes and maintain QA documentation.

Skills

Quality assurance

Quality control

Statistical process control

Documentation

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable chemical producer in Kimberley , is seeking a detail-oriented Chemical Engineer to join their Quality Assurance team. This role is critical in ensuring that all manufactured products meet stringent quality standards and regulatory requirements. You will be involved in developing and implementing quality control procedures, analyzing product data, and investigating quality deviations. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of chemical processes and a commitment to maintaining the highest levels of product integrity, contributing to the company's reputation for excellence in the Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance systems and procedures for chemical manufacturing processes.
• Monitor production processes and finished products to ensure compliance with specifications and regulatory standards.
• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and investigate product deviations or non-conformances.
• Collaborate with production, R&D, and regulatory affairs teams to resolve quality issues.
• Conduct internal audits and support external regulatory inspections.
• Manage product release processes and maintain all relevant quality documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
• 3-5 years of experience in quality assurance or quality control within the chemical or pharmaceutical industry.
• Thorough understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Experience with analytical testing methods and statistical process control (SPC).
• Strong problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.li>
• Attention to detail and a commitment to ensuring product quality in Kimberley .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for specialized training in quality management systems.
• A professional and supportive work environment focused on quality and compliance in the Northern Cape .