Chemical Engineer - Production Support

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary incentives

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a dedicated Chemical Engineer to provide essential production support at their facility in Benoni. The role focuses on process optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement to enhance productivity and quality; you will work closely with the operations team to meet immediate needs and implement long-term solutions within Gauteng.

This position offers broad operational exposure in the chemical industry, with opportunities for professional development and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• 3–5 years of chemical plant operations or process support experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a hands-on approach.
• Familiarity with process control systems and instrumentation.
• Good communication with operations and maintenance teams in Benoni.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate technical support to production lines, addressing process upsets and deviations promptly.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and efficiency gains.
• Develop and implement process improvements to increase yield and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Assist in development and updating SOPs.
• Participate in safety reviews and maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Hands-on

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Instrumentation

Process control systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires a dedicated Chemical Engineer to provide essential production support at their facility in Benoni . In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of manufacturing operations, focusing on process optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. You will work closely with the operations team, responding to immediate production needs and implementing long-term solutions to enhance productivity and quality. This position offers a significant opportunity to gain broad operational experience within the chemical industry in the bustling economic region of Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Provide immediate technical support to production lines, addressing process upsets and deviations promptly.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and areas for efficiency gains.
• Develop and implement process improvements to increase yield, reduce waste, and lower operating costs.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure equipment reliability and minimize unplanned downtime.
• Assist in the development and updating of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Participate in safety reviews and contribute to maintaining a safe working environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering .
• 3-5 years of experience in chemical plant operations or process support.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a practical, hands-on approach.
• Familiarity with process control systems and instrumentation.
• Good understanding of safety regulations and quality standards in manufacturing.
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with operations and maintenance teams in Benoni .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• Exposure to diverse chemical processes and operational challenges.
• A collaborative team environment focused on achieving production goals.