Production Chemical Engineer

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary

Medical and life insurance

Career advancement opportunities

Exposure to diverse processes

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a hands-on Production Chemical Engineer to oversee and optimize chemical manufacturing operations at their Durban facility. You will monitor plant performance, identify improvements, and implement solutions to boost productivity and reduce costs.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering, 4+ years of experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and familiarity with process control systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• At least 4 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing or production environment.
• Familiarity with process control systems, instrumentation, and plant operations.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and environmental compliance in chemical production.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret process data effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control chemical production processes to ensure adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for process optimization.
• Implement and manage process improvements to increase yield, reduce cycle times, and minimize waste.
• Provide technical support to the operations team, troubleshooting process upsets and equipment issues.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training materials for production personnel.
• Participate in incident investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a hands-on Production Chemical Engineer to oversee and optimize chemical manufacturing operations at their facility in Durban. This role is integral to ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality production of our chemical products. You will be responsible for monitoring plant performance, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing solutions to enhance productivity and reduce operational costs. This is a vital position within our manufacturing division, requiring strong technical acumen and leadership skills to support our continuous growth and operational excellence initiatives in a key industrial city.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and control chemical production processes to ensure adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for process optimization.
• Implement and manage process improvements to increase yield, reduce cycle times, and minimize waste.
• Provide technical support to the operations team, troubleshooting process upsets and equipment issues.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training materials for production personnel.
• Participate in incident investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• At least 4 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing or production environment.
• Familiarity with process control systems, instrumentation, and plant operations.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and environmental compliance in chemical production.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret process data effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and life insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing organization.
• Hybrid work arrangements providing flexibility and work-life balance.
• Exposure to diverse chemical manufacturing processes and technologies.