Chemist (R&D)

Omnia Holdings; Merafong City Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical company in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Chemist to conduct research on emulsifiers and explosives. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemistry and demonstrated experience in a production environment, particularly in the explosives industry. Responsibilities include conducting chemical analyses, providing technical support, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3 years demonstrated experience as a Chemist in a production environment.
• 1 year working experience in an Explosives industry.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for effective planning and execution of research projects.
• Conduct daily routine tests and present results.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing plants.
• Maintain good housekeeping and safety standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of production processes

Attention to detail

Time management

Initiative

Adaptability

Education

Degree or B.Tech in Chemistry

Job description

Overview

This position will conduct research in the field of emulsifiers and emulsion explosives. It will be responsible for evaluating alternative raw materials, characterisation and optimisation of current products, development of new products as well as continuous improvement projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Degree or B.Tech in Chemistry

Experience

• 3 years demonstrated experience as a Chemist in a production environment


• 1 year working experience in an Explosives industry

Duties

• Responsible for research projects: effective planning, execution, and ensuring that data is accurately recorded in accordance with guidelines


• Conduct chemical analyses: perform daily routine tests and product development tests; reporting and presenting results


• Provide technical support to manufacturing plants: play an active role in service, product and process innovation; interpretation of test results; make recommendations to R&D Manager, as well as plant and production management


• Adhere to SHERQ principles: maintain good housekeeping and cleaning of laboratory; ensure health and safety standards are adhered to

Job Competencies

• Proven written and verbal communication skills


• Knowledge of the production processes


• Attention to detail


• Able to control own time management


• Initiative and Tenacity


• Able to respond positively to changing requirements and pressures


• Able to communicate and deal with production managers and personnel, as well as customers at all levels

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