Chemical Technician (m/w/d)

Rhenus Lub; Mönchengladbach; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhenus Lub in Mönchengladbach is seeking a Chemical Technician (m/w/d) to independently carry out demanding development, optimization and testing tasks in the lubricants field, with focus on product quality, performance and profitability.

You will design and conduct complex experiments, analyze results, document findings, and assess raw materials while ensuring safety and compliance. A proactive, independent, and precise work style is essential; on-site duties may include six-day weeks.

Qualifications

• Analytical and conceptual skills for solving complex technical problems.
• Ability to independently develop, evaluate, and implement practical solutions.
• Structured, independent, and results-oriented working style under changing requirements.
• Ability to evaluate technical matters considering qualitative, economic and safety aspects.
• Ability to clearly present and explain complex technical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Independently performing development tasks in lubricants and product optimization.
• Planning and conducting complex experiments and documenting results.
• Monitoring and evaluating raw material testing for quality and optimization.
• Preparing, analyzing, and presenting test results with statistics and graphs.
• Maintaining and validating laboratory equipment and documentation per guidelines.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Independent problem solving

Structured work style

Technical evaluation

Communication of complex concepts

Initiative

Problem-solving

Decision making

Teamwork

Resilience

Quality and safety awareness

Job description

To strengthen our team in the development of lubricants, we are looking for a Chemical technician (m/w/d).

The goal of the position is the independent processing of demanding development, optimization, and testing tasks in the field of lubricating oils to ensure and continuously improve product quality, performance, and profitability, as well as to support the development of new and improved products.

Tasks:

• Independently preparing and processing higher-value development tasks in the Lubricants Division according to specified tasks, particularly within the context of product revisions and product optimizations, as well as contributing to the development of new lubricants.
• Independently preparing, calculating and conducting complex series of experiments, sequential examinations and experimental procedures within the framework of development and optimization tasks, as well as evaluating and fully documenting the results.
• Preparing, calculating and performing complex analyses as part of development, quality and inspection tasks, as well as evaluating and documenting the results obtained.
• Preparation and evaluation of test and experimental results, as well as the creation of meaningful tables, statistics, and graphical representations to illustrate complex scientific relationships.
• Conducting and professionally evaluating raw material testing, particularly of new and alternative raw materials, as part of development and optimization activities.
• Documentation, release and secure archiving of test and investigation results within the framework of established operational guidelines and responsibilities.
• Preparation, organization, execution, and professional evaluation of special examinations within the framework of specified tasks.
• Examination and technical evaluation of new or alternative raw materials with regard to their suitability for existing or to be optimized products.
• Conducting, evaluating, and professionally reviewing studies on competition patterns and used oils, as needed.
• Monitoring and quality control of raw materials and finished products, as well as the professional evaluation of test results based on established specifications and quality standards; on-site requirements may also include a 6-day work week in both early and late shifts.
• Processing and approval of manufacturing specifications and batch recipes within the framework of the assigned tasks and established operational guidelines.
• Operation, monitoring and maintenance of laboratory equipment and laboratory facilities, as well as the use and maintenance of the databases required for the scope of duties.
• Responsible management of the maintenance program for the associated laboratory equipment and facilities, including monitoring and coordination of maintenance and inspection periods, as well as documentation of the measures taken

Methodical competence

• Strong analytical and conceptual skills for the systematic investigation of complex technical problems
• Ability to independently develop, evaluate, and implement practical solutions
• Structured, independent, and results-oriented working style, even in the face of changing requirements
• Ability to evaluate technical matters taking into account qualitative, economic and safety-related aspects
• Ability to clearly present and explain complex technical concepts

Personal competence

• High level of initiative, responsibility and independence
• Strong problem-solving orientation as well as willingness to critically question existing processes and drive improvements forward
• Decision-making strength and ability to enforce decisions, even in demanding and time-critical situations
• Communication skills, teamwork, and a strong cross-departmental collaboration
• Resilience, flexibility, and the ability to handle unforeseen challenges with composure
• High quality, safety and cost awareness, as well as reliable and meticulous work