Development Manager / R&D Chemist

Hire Resolve; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company seeks a Development Manager/R&D Chemist in Benoni, South Africa. This role involves overseeing raw material inspections, managing teams, and ensuring quality control compliance. Candidates must possess an Honors degree in Chemistry and have at least 5 years of relevant experience in epoxy and flooring. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential. This full-time position offers a negotiable salary and opportunities for professional growth within a forward-thinking organization.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in epoxy/flooring.
• Understanding of chemistry.
• Good laboratory and manufacturing practice.
• Technical report writing and product application.

Responsibilities

• Oversee raw material inspection and testing.
• Manage laboratory and sales staff.
• Assist in developing manufacturing procedures.
• Conduct site visits to advise on application practices.
• Investigate customer complaints and recommend actions.

Skills

Good communication skills

People management

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Analytical and strategic thinking

Technical skills

Education

Honors degree in Chemistry

Job description

Overview

Hire Resolve is excited to announce an exceptional opportunity for a talented professional to join our client, a leading manufacturing company, as a Development Manager / R&D Chemist. Our client is renowned for its innovative approach and commitment to excellence in the industry. This role presents a unique chance for a dynamic individual with a strong background in research and development, as well as management experience, to drive advancements in product development and lead a team of skilled scientists. If you’re passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology and making a tangible impact within a forward-thinking organization, we invite you to explore this exciting career opportunity

Responsibilities

• Oversee all raw material inspection, testing, and acceptance in alignment with company ISO requirements.
• Support and integrate manufacturing processes as needed.
• Test and approve new alternative raw materials and collaborate with suppliers regularly.
• Manage and train laboratory and sales staff as required.
• Assist the production manager in developing procedures for manufacturing products.
• Oversee quality control for in-process products.
• Plan and produce sales and marketing samples according to strategy and demand.
• Maintain and record quality control records and retained samples.
• Assist in drafting and finalizing product datasheets and MSDS.
• Provide application training for approved applicators.
• Evaluate and approve new raw materials and suppliers.
• Recommend formulation changes based on raw material supply, specification, or availability.
• Issue and validate formulations after capturing.
• Conduct site visits to advise on best application practices.
• Manage the application laboratory and its activities.
• Support plant managers or supervisors with challenges related to in-process products.
• Investigate quarantined products and raw materials, recommending corrective measures if they fail QA / QC.
• Assist the sales team with current projects, new customer inquiries, and application method recommendations.
• Investigate customer complaints, write technical reports, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure equipment calibration is up-to-date.
• Ensure all laboratory processes comply with ISO9001, OSH Act, and company policies and procedures for research, development, and quality control.
• Arrange and submit products for external testing or evaluation.
• Safeguard technical records, including experimental descriptions, product specifications, technical reports, manufacturing procedures, quality control procedures, and other relevant ISO records.

Requirements

• Honors degree in Chemistry
• 5 years of relevant experience in epoxy / flooring
• Good communication skills
• People management
• Formulating and full flooring chemistry ability across the range
• Understanding of chemistry
• Good laboratory practice
• Good manufacturing practice
• Technical report writing
• Product application
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Analytical and strategic thinking
• Technical skills

Benefits

• Salary : Negotiable
• Contact Gustav Vogel at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
• When applying via email please use ” Development Manager / R&D Chemist” as the subject line

You will receive feedback within 7 days; if not, we will contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise if they match your profile.

Full Time