Process Technologist in ME14

Energy Jobline ZR; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual £1,000 bonus

Private medical cover

Onsite gym & canteen

Breakout area with table tennis

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking a Process Technologist to monitor and optimise chemical processes at our Maidstone outskirts site. You will cover for the Manufacturing Development Manager when required, conduct routine quality checks and maintain safety and quality documentation.

The role involves trials to improve manufacturing processes, collaboration with production teams and external suppliers, and occasional overnight travel for projects. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Process Technologist with manufacturing or QC experience.
• Ability to stand in for the Manufacturing Development Manager.
• Knowledge of water treatment or environmental compliance is advantageous.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Understanding of chemical processes and safety procedures (COSHH).

Responsibilities

• Monitor chemical processes and treatment programmes to meet operational and cost targets.
• Cover for the Manufacturing Development Manager when needed.
• Perform routine quality checks and maintain testing equipment calibration.
• Keep chemical safety docs and quality records up to date.
• Plan trials to test process improvements and optimise systems.
• Investigate quality issues and support corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production and suppliers to improve process performance and cut costs.
• Maintain stock records, monitor usage and coordinate replenishment.
• Carry out sampling, testing and analysis for water treatment operations.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities and participate in on-site projects.

Skills

Process technologist

Manufacturing environment

ISO 9001

COSHH

Quality management

Job description

Job Description

Role: Process Technologist

Salary: Highly Competitive + £1,000 bonus

Location: Outskirts of Maidstone

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

Key Responsibilities

• Process Technologist - Monitor chemical processes and treatment programmes, ensuring they meet operational requirements while maintaining cost efficiency.


• Fill in for the Manufacturing Development Manager when necessary


• Oversee routine quality checks and ensure testing equipment is appropriately maintained, calibrated and fit for purpose.


• Maintain chemical safety documentation and relevant quality and hygiene records, ensuring assessments are completed when required.


• Arrange and carry out trials to assess potential improvements to manufacturing processes and site treatment systems.


• Review quality issues and customer feedback, helping to identify causes and support suitable corrective actions.


• Work alongside production colleagues and external suppliers to identify opportunities to improve process performance and reduce costs.


• Keep accurate records of chemical stocks, monitor usage and coordinate replenishment to maintain appropriate stock levels.


• Undertake sampling, testing and analysis to support the effective operation of water treatment processes.


• Continuous improvement opportunities


• Participate in an on-call rota and support meetings or projects away from the main site when necessary, which may occasionally involve overnight stays.

What We're Looking For

• Process Technologist - Previous experience in a manufacturing, quality control, process technology or similar technical environment.


• Ability to step in for the Manufacturing Development Manager


• An understanding of water treatment, wastewater management or environmental compliance would be advantageous.


• An understanding of quality management procedures and recognised standards, including ISO 9001.


• Knowledge of chemical processes, chemical handling or process monitoring.


• Familiarity with COSHH requirements and chemical safety procedures.


• The ability to carry out testing, interpret results and investigate issues methodically.


• Good organisational skills, particularly when managing stock, maintaining records and coordinating routine activities.


• Knowledge of ISO 14001, MCERTS, BS EN 15593, GMP or internal auditing would be beneficial.

Benefits

• Process Technologist - Competitive salary, dependent on experience.


• Annual bonus of up to £1,000.


• Private medical cover.


• Onsite gym and canteen.


• Breakout area with table tennis and a pool table.


• Employee wellbeing activities throughout the year.