Quality Control Technician

Jotun; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading paint manufacturer in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Quality Control Technician to oversee product quality and ensure compliance with specifications. The ideal candidate will hold a Diploma or Bachelor's degree in sciences, with 1 to 3 years of experience and fluency in English. Responsibilities include analyzing samples, issuing Certificates of Analysis, and tracking Quality KPIs. The company offers competitive compensation, professional development, and a supportive culture focused on engagement and teamwork.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Career development opportunities

Engaged leadership

Inclusive company culture

Team-building activities

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience.
• Fluency in English (Verbal & Written).

Responsibilities

• Control product quality by testing and analyzing according to specifications.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external HSEQ requirements.
• Analyze samples and compare results with specifications.
• Issue Certificates of Analysis for raw materials.
• Measure and track Quality KPIs and ensure proper calibration of instruments.

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in sciences

Job description

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

As a Quality Control Technician, you will be responsible for controlling the product quality according to specifications by testing and analyzing to ensure that the products are in accordance with relevant specifications. This position is based at Yanbu & will report to the Quality Control Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that internal and external HSEQ (Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality) requirements are followed and receive and register samples from production.
• Analyze according to the given methods and compare results with the specification and ensure efficient work so that QC processes are done in the shortest possible time.
• Incoming Raw Material Quality & Issue Certificate of Analysis (CoA), distribute and file as required.
• Measure and follow up on all the Quality KPIs as agreed and ensure that instruments have been calibrated according to the standard.
• Stores retain samples and remove old samples on the expiry date and maintain a track.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in sciences.
• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience.
• Fluency in English (Verbal & Written)

Personal Qualities:

• Acts on own initiative, makes things happen, and accepts responsibility for the results.
• Understands the organization's informal rules and structures and utilizes political processes effectively to get things done.
• Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities, and allocates resources effectively.
• Quickly understands and analyzes complex issues and problems; comes up with sound and rational judgments.
• Demonstrates specialist knowledge and expertise in own area; participates in continuous professional development.
• Co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience, and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy.
• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.
• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.
• A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities.

POSITION INFORMATION

Company: Jotun Saudia Co. Ltd.

Contract Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time

CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy): 12.12.2025

WHO WE ARE

Jotun’s story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness. Jotun Saudia Co. Ltd., established in 1984, is one of the key markets within the MEIA region. With 2 production facilities, 5 warehouses and more than 450 employees, we aim to further strengthen Jotun’s position in Saudi Arabia through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability.

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Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.

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