Junior Chemist

Hempel Paints Kuwait Company W.L.L.; Makkah Region; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the coatings industry is seeking a Junior Chemist to assist with lab testing and quality control. This hands-on role involves managing laboratory operations, conducting quality tests, and ensuring compliance with company policies. Ideal candidates should hold a degree in Paint Technology and have relevant experience in a quality control laboratory.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience in Quality Control Lab of a Paint Manufacturing Company.
• Knowledge to use any ERP system.
• Awareness about QMS (ISO 9001).

Responsibilities

• Supports lab testing and quality control within a fast-paced coating environment.
• Run Commercial requests and ensure product specifications are met.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis for registered complaints.

Skills

Analytical and problem solving skills

Knowledge of Quality Control Techniques

Color Management Skills

Positive demeanor towards work

Knowledge of raw materials

Education

Degree in Paint Technology

Tools

ERP system

Job description

time type Full time

posted on Posted 2 Days Ago

time left to apply End Date: July 17, 2025 (5 days left to apply)

job requisition id JR6982

We are looking for a Junior Chemist to support lab testing and quality control within a fast-paced coating's environment. Ideal for candidates looking to grow in a hands-on laboratory role.

Join our innovative coatings team to test advanced paint and surface solutions.

Daily focus and control on production batch process Quality tests

Lead the daily laboratory operations and important metrics

Enters formulations in AX, PV system and verifywith Senior chemist

Coordinate for the product costing under the guidance of Senior chemist

Run Commercial request on WSR, Batch certificate, New products Query etc

Controls production batches to ensure that product specifications are met.

Assists in issuing batch certificates.

Handle Service request – from CRM and group Quality team

Conducts Root Cause Analysis for registered complaints and 5 boxes

Approves color match and maintain records as per E-Convention.

Performs calibration of laboratory equipment and maintenance and updating of data on time

Tests incoming raw materials.

Creates batch cards and handle other documents COA, approved color cards, approved batch cards, reference samples etc

Revalidation of products as per procedure

Actively initiate andinvolve in Quality improvement projects

To ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.

To ensure that a safe and healthy work environment exists by adhering to company health, safety and environment policies

What we’re looking for:

Degree in Paint Technology.

2 years’ experience in Quality Control Lab of a Paint Manufacturing Company.

Knowledge of raw materials.

Knowledge to use any ERP system.

Awareness about QMS (ISO 9001).

Analytical and problem solving skills

Knowledge of Quality Control Techniques

Positive demeanor towards work

Does it sound like a match to you?

Click the ‘Apply for position’ button in the top-right corner and submit your application letter with a CV in English via our recruitment system.

Final deadline for applications is 17 July 2025.

More about Hempel
At Hempel, you’re welcomed to a global community of 7,500 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other.

We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed, but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.

At Hempel, we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents, we can achieve great things, together.

We are proud to be majority owned by the Hempel Foundation, dedicated to philanthropic activities, with our earnings contributing to a multitude of charitable initiatives every year. It means that when working at Hempel, your hard work and dedication contributes to a greater cause, making your career matter twice.

Learn more about Hempel and our commitments on hempel.com/career.

We are looking for a Junior Chemist to support lab testing and quality control within a fast-paced coating's environment. Ideal for candidates looking to grow in a hands-on laboratory role.

Join our innovative coatings team to test advanced paint and surface solutions.

• Daily focus and control on production batch process Quality tests

• Lead the daily laboratory operations and important metrics

• Enters formulations in AX, PV system and verifywith Senior chemist

• Coordinate for the product costing under the guidance of Senior chemist

• Run Commercial request on WSR, Batch certificate, New products Query etc

• Controls production batches to ensure that product specifications are met.

• Assists in issuing batch certificates.

• Handle Service request – from CRM and group Quality team

• Conducts Root Cause Analysis for registered complaints and 5 boxes

• Approves color match and maintain records as per E-Convention.

• Performs calibration of laboratory equipment and maintenance and updating of data on time

• Tests incoming raw materials.

• Creates batch cards and handle other documents COA, approved color cards, approved batch cards, reference samples etc

• Revalidation of products as per procedure

• Actively initiate andinvolve in Quality improvement projects

• To ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.

• To ensure that a safe and healthy work environment exists by adhering to company health, safety and environment policies

What we’re looking for:

• Degree in Paint Technology.

• 2 years’ experience in Quality Control Lab of a Paint Manufacturing Company.

• Knowledge of raw materials.

• Color Management Skills.

• Knowledge to use any ERP system.

• Awareness about QMS (ISO 9001).

• Analytical and problem solving skills

• Knowledge of Quality Control Techniques

• Positive demeanor towards work

Does it sound like a match to you?

Click the ‘Apply for position’ button in the top-right corner and submit your application letter with a CV in English via our recruitment system.

Final deadline for applications is 17 July 2025.

More about Hempel
At Hempel, you’re welcomed to a global community of 7,500 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other.

We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed, but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.

At Hempel, we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents, we can achieve great things, together.

We are proud to be majority owned by the Hempel Foundation, dedicated to philanthropic activities, with our earnings contributing to a multitude of charitable initiatives every year. It means that when working at Hempel, your hard work and dedication contributes to a greater cause, making your career matter twice.

Learn more about Hempel and our commitments on hempel.com/career.

Application due

2025-07-17

Seniority Level

Associate

Job Functions

Manufacturing, Production, Quality Assurance

Industry

Chemicals

At Hempel, you’re welcomed to a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other.

We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players.Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed, but expected. In return,you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.

At Hempel, we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents, we can achieve great things, together.

About Us

Hempel is a world-leading supplier of trusted coating solutions working with customers within the decorative, marine, infrastructure and energy industries. Our purpose is to shape a brighter future with sustainable coating solutions, and being owned by the Hempel Foundation gives us the stability, means and purpose to deliver lasting, positive change in the world.

The Hempel Group is the owner and parent company of Crown Paints, Wattyl and the Neogard brand.