Chemical Engineer - Production Support

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Paid annual leave

Sick leave benefits

On-the-job training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Chemical Engineer for production support in a Paarl-based facility. The role focuses on troubleshooting, optimizing processes, and implementing improvements to ensure safe, efficient operations and high product quality.

You will collaborate with plant operators and maintenance staff, develop SOPs, and contribute to safety and quality compliance. A 2–4 year production-focused background is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 2–4 years of experience in chemical plant production support or operations.
• Knowledge of chemical unit operations and process control.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and environmental regulations in manufacturing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate technical information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate technical support to the production team to resolve operational issues and minimize downtime.
• Monitor process performance, identify deviations from standards, and implement corrective actions.
• Assist in the execution of process improvement projects aimed at increasing efficiency, yield, and safety.
• Participate in root cause analysis for production problems and implement sustainable solutions.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training materials for production staff.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards during all production activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires a diligent Chemical Engineer to provide essential production support in their facility located in Paarl . This role is critical for ensuring the smooth, efficient, and safe operation of their chemical manufacturing processes. You will work closely with plant operators and maintenance staff to troubleshoot issues, optimize operating parameters, and implement process improvements. The ideal candidate is a practical problem-solver with a solid foundation in chemical engineering principles and a commitment to maintaining high operational standards and product quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide immediate technical support to the production team to resolve operational issues and minimize downtime.
• Monitor process performance, identify deviations from standards, and implement corrective actions.
• Assist in the execution of process improvement projects aimed at increasing efficiency, yield, and safety.
• Participate in root cause analysis for production problems and implement sustainable solutions.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training materials for production staff.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards during all production activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering .
• 2-4 years of experience in a chemical plant environment , focusing on production support or operations.
• Good understanding of chemical unit operations and process control.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and environmental regulations in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate technical information clearly.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus potential.
• Medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Paid annual leave and sick leave benefits.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and skill development.
• A stable and supportive work environment.