Chemical Engineer - Production Support

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Incentives

Medical & retirement benefits

Career advancement

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Chemical Engineer to provide essential production support at the Durban facility. You will help ensure smooth operation of manufacturing processes, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to maintain high production levels.

The role bridges process design and daily operations in a hands-on environment. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in production or process support within the chemical industry, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• At least 5 years of production/process support experience in the chemical industry.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex manufacturing problems.
• Strong understanding of process control systems and data analysis techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with diverse teams.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles is advantageous for this role in Durban.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate technical support to resolve production issues and minimize downtime.
• Monitor key process parameters and implement adjustments to maintain product quality and efficiency.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with quality control and maintenance teams to address process deviations and equipment issues.
• Assist in the development and execution of process optimization projects.
• Ensure all production activities comply with safety regulations and environmental standards within the Durban operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Lean manufacturing principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process control systems

Data analysis

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Chemical Engineer to provide essential production support to their facility in Durban . This role focuses on ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of manufacturing processes, troubleshooting issues as they arise, and implementing solutions to maintain optimal production levels. You will act as a key technical resource for the production team, bridging the gap between process design and daily operations. The ideal candidate is proactive, possesses strong analytical skills, and thrives in a hands-on environment, contributing directly to the success of the Durban plant's output.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide immediate technical support to resolve production issues and minimize downtime.
• Monitor key process parameters and implement adjustments to maintain product quality and efficiency.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with quality control and maintenance teams to address process deviations and equipment issues.
• Assist in the development and execution of process optimization projects.
• Ensure all production activities comply with safety regulations and environmental standards within the Durban operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in a production or process support role within the chemical industry.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex manufacturing problems effectively.
• Strong understanding of process control systems and data analysis techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with diverse teams.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles is advantageous for this role in Durban .

Benefits

• Attractive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based incentive programs.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the organization.
• A supportive work environment focused on operational excellence.