Chemical Technician (Galvanizing Workshop)

آركتِك سولار الشرق الأوسط وأفريقيا; Makkah Al Mukarramah, Jeddah; On-site; SAR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturing company in Makkah is seeking a Chemical Technician for the Galvanizing Workshop. This full-time position involves preparing chemical solutions, monitoring bath parameters, and ensuring safety during chemical operations. The ideal candidate has a technical diploma and at least one year of experience in a chemical laboratory. Familiarity with galvanizing processes and English documentation is preferred. Strict safety protocols must be followed, including PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of chemical laboratory experience.
• Basic communication in English required.
• Chemical handling or laboratory operation certificates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pickling solutions, fluxes, and galvanizing baths.
• Regularly test bath parameters such as pH and concentration.
• Manage chemical storage and ensure proper labeling.
• Conduct sample testing and assist the quality department.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments.
• Comply with safety procedures for chemical operations.
• Participate in training new employees.

Skills

Proficiency in titration

pH measurement

Solution analysis

Knowledge of common chemicals

Basic understanding of quality control

Education

Technical diploma or above in Chemistry

Chemical Engineering

Materials Science

Job description

1. Basic Information

Job Title: Chemical Technician – Galvanizing Workshop

Department: Galvanizing Workshop

Reporting to: Chemical Engineer / Workshop Supervisor

Work Location: Production Workshop & Chemical Laboratory

Job Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

1. Chemical Solution Preparation
   • Prepare pickling solutions, fluxes, and galvanizing baths according to specified formulas.
   • Replenish chemicals based on consumption to maintain bath stability.
2. Bath Monitoring & Analysis
   • Regularly test bath parameters such as pH, concentration, and metal ion content.
   • Record and report analysis data; take corrective actions when abnormalities are detected.
3. Chemical Handling & Storage
   • Manage chemical storage and usage in compliance with MSDS requirements.
   • Ensure proper labeling, segregation, and safe handling of hazardous chemicals.
4. Laboratory Testing & Quality Control
   • Conduct sample testing (e.g., pickling effect, coating adhesion) as per process requirements.
   • Assist the quality department in analyzing coating defects and implementing improvements.
5. Equipment Maintenance
   • Operate and maintain laboratory instruments (pH meters, titration equipment, analytical balances).
   • Perform regular calibration to ensure measurement accuracy.
6. Safety & Environmental Responsibility
   • Comply with safety procedures for chemical operations to prevent leakage and accidents.
   • Cooperate with environmental technicians for waste solution collection and neutralization.
7. Training & Improvement
   • Participate in training new employees on chemical operations.
   • Provide suggestions for chemical optimization and consumption reduction.

Qualifications

• Education: Technical diploma or above in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of chemical laboratory or electroplating/galvanizing experience.
• Skills:
• Proficiency in titration, pH measurement, and solution analysis.
• Knowledge of common chemicals (acids, alkalis, zinc salts, chlorides).
• Basic understanding of quality control in galvanizing processes.
• Language: Ability to read English chemical documentation; basic communication in English required.
• Certificates: Chemical handling or laboratory operation certificates preferred.

Working Conditions

• Exposure to acid mist, corrosive liquids, and chemical fumes; strict PPE use required (goggles, acid-resistant gloves, protective clothing).
• High-temperature and humid workshop environment.
• Shift work and overtime required.

Performance Evaluation

• Bath monitoring compliance rate ≥ 98%.
• Accuracy of chemical preparation ≥ 99%.
• Completion rate of chemical analysis records = 100%.
• Zero major chemical handling accidents.
• Chemical consumption within company target levels