Chemical Engineer - Production Support

Placements24; Soweto; Presencial; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Competitive salary package

Medical aid and retirement fund

On-the-job training

Paid leave and company holidays

Dynamic work environment

Career advancement opportunities

Resumo da vaga

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Chemical Engineer to provide essential production support at our client’s Soweto facility in Gauteng. The role focuses on process troubleshooting, optimization, and quality control to maintain targets and enhance plant performance.

You will work with operators and supervisors to address daily challenges, implement improvements, and ensure safety and compliance across production lines.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in production support or process engineering.
• Solid understanding of chemical engineering fundamentals for production operations.
• Experience troubleshooting industrial processes and equipment.
• Familiarity with quality control and safety protocols.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork with diverse groups.
• Willingness to work full-time on-site in Soweto, Gauteng.

Responsabilidades

• Provide immediate technical support to resolve process issues and minimize downtime.
• Monitor processes and analyze data for efficiency and cost improvements.
• Implement process adjustments to improve yield, quality, and throughput.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions with maintenance teams.
• Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Develop and implement SOPs.
• Conduct root cause analysis for deviations and corrective actions.
• Support new product trials and process validation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement culture in production.
• Maintain production records and prepare reports.

Conhecimentos

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization under pressure

Formação

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office Suite

Descrição da vaga

About the Role

Our client, a prominent manufacturer, is seeking a dedicated Chemical Engineer to provide essential production support at their facility in Soweto, Gauteng. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the production lines, focusing on process troubleshooting, optimization, and quality control. You will work closely with plant operators and supervisors to address daily production challenges, implement improvements, and maintain high standards of output. This is a full-time, on-site position requiring a proactive and hands-on approach. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in chemical engineering principles and a strong desire to contribute directly to operational success. Your efforts will be key to maintaining production targets and enhancing overall plant performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide immediate technical support to the production team to resolve process-related issues and minimize downtime.
• Monitor production processes and analyze data to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and cost reduction.
• Implement process adjustments and optimization strategies to enhance yield, quality, and throughput.
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and process upsets, collaborating with maintenance teams.
• Ensure adherence to all safety, environmental, and quality control procedures and standards.
• Participate in the development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct root cause analysis for production deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Support new product trials and process validation activities.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement within the production environment.
• Maintain accurate production records and prepare relevant reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a production support or process engineering role, preferably within manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of chemical engineering fundamentals relevant to production operations.
• Experience with troubleshooting industrial processes and equipment.
• Familiarity with quality control procedures and safety protocols.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with diverse teams.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be available for full-time, on-site work in Soweto, Gauteng.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package appropriate for the role and location.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and professional development.
• Paid leave and company holidays.
• A dynamic work environment with direct impact on production outcomes.
• Potential for career advancement within the organization.