Chemical Engineer - Quality Assurance

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development and quality

Collaborative work environment

Continuous improvement initiatives

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks a meticulous Chemical Engineer focused on Quality Assurance to join our client’s team. You will develop and implement quality control procedures, analyze product data, and drive improvements to ensure regulatory and quality standards are met.

The role emphasizes SPC, laboratory testing, and collaboration with production and R&D to resolve issues, maintain documentation, and support audits, contributing to product integrity within a reputable organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
• 3–5 years of experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control within the chemical industry.
• Proficient in analytical techniques and laboratory testing methods.
• Strong understanding of statistical process control (SPC) and quality management principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control systems and procedures for chemical manufacturing processes.
• Perform quality testing and analysis on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Analyze quality data to identify trends, root causes of non-conformance, and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with production and R&D teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001) and regulatory guidelines.
• Prepare quality reports, maintain documentation, and participate in quality audits.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

SPC knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous Chemical Engineer with a strong focus on Quality Assurance to join their team in Bloemfontein . This role is critical in ensuring that all chemical products meet stringent quality standards and regulatory requirements. You will be involved in developing and implementing quality control procedures, analyzing product data, and driving improvements in product consistency and reliability. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to product integrity within a reputable organization dedicated to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control systems and procedures for chemical manufacturing processes.
• Perform quality testing and analysis on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
• Analyze quality data to identify trends, root causes of non-conformance, and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with production and R&D teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001) and regulatory guidelines.
• Prepare quality reports, maintain documentation, and participate in quality audits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
• 3-5 years of experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control within the chemical industry.
• Proficiency in analytical techniques and laboratory testing methods.
• Strong understanding of statistical process control (SPC) and quality management principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and documentation standards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and quality certifications.
• A collaborative work environment focused on product excellence in Bloemfontein .
• Support for continuous improvement initiatives.