Chemical Engineer - Manufacturing Support

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 680,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement annuity

Paid vacation

On-the-job training

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Certification support

Wellness programs

Safe work culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Chemical Engineer for a manufacturing facility in East London, Eastern Cape. The role focuses on troubleshooting, process optimization, QA collaboration, and safety compliance to ensure efficient production.

The ideal candidate will have a chemical engineering background, 2–5 years’ experience in chemical manufacturing, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement within a plant environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 2–5 years of experience in chemical manufacturing or process engineering support.
• Strong troubleshooting and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to resolve process issues.
• Monitor process indicators for deviations from optimal performance.
• Adjust processes to improve yield, efficiency and product quality.
• Participate in RCA for production problems and implement corrective actions.
• Assist in the development and updating of SOPs.
• Collaborate with QA to maintain product specifications.
• Support plant maintenance activities and turnaround planning.
• Ensure operations comply with safety, health and environmental regulations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects in manufacturing.
• Maintain accurate production records and prepare performance reports.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable manufacturer of industrial chemicals, is seeking a dedicated Chemical Engineer to provide essential manufacturing support at their facility in East London, Eastern Cape . This role is integral to ensuring the smooth, efficient, and safe operation of production processes. The engineer will focus on troubleshooting production issues, optimizing process parameters, supporting quality control, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate possesses a solid grounding in chemical engineering principles, practical experience in a manufacturing environment, and a strong commitment to operational excellence. This is a significant opportunity to contribute to the manufacturing sector in East London .

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the manufacturing team to resolve process-related issues.
• Monitor key process indicators and identify deviations from optimal performance.
• Implement process adjustments to improve yield, efficiency, and product quality.
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for production problems and implement corrective actions.
• Assist in the development and updating of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance department to maintain product specifications.
• Support plant maintenance activities and turnaround planning.
• Ensure all operations comply with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects within the manufacturing department.
• Maintain accurate production records and prepare performance reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 2-5 years of experience in chemical manufacturing or process engineering support.
• Good understanding of chemical engineering principles (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat/mass transfer).
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with data analysis and basic statistical tools.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a plant environment, including occasional shift work if needed.
• Commitment to safety and environmental standards.
• Experience with process simulation software is a plus.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to East London, Eastern Cape .

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid plan.
• Retirement annuity with company contributions.
• Generous paid vacation time and company holidays.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and professional development.
• Support for relevant certifications and further education.
• Relocation assistance may be provided for qualified candidates relocating to East London .
• A stable and supportive work environment.
• Access to modern manufacturing facilities.
• Employee wellness initiatives are available.
• We foster an inclusive and safety-focused culture in East London .