Production Chemical Engineer

Placements24; Komani; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

On-the-job training

Stable employment

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a practical and driven Production Chemical Engineer for a manufacturing facility in Queenstown. The role is hands-on, focusing on optimizing daily production processes, ensuring operational efficiency and maintaining product quality.

You will work with plant operators and maintenance teams to troubleshoot issues and implement process improvements. This position offers opportunities for growth through on-the-job training and development.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or relevant discipline.
• 2+ years in production or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of chemical processes and equipment.
• Effective communication with plant personnel at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze production data for process improvements.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Develop and refine SOPs for all production processes.
• Support process changes and capital projects.
• Ensure adherence to safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with quality control to maintain product quality.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

2+ years in production/manufacturing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a practical and driven Production Chemical Engineer for their manufacturing facility in Queenstown . This role is hands-on, focusing on optimizing daily production processes, ensuring operational efficiency, and maintaining product quality. You will work closely with plant operators and maintenance teams to troubleshoot issues, implement process improvements, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer passionate about manufacturing excellence and continuous improvement within an industrial setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze production data to identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and waste.
• Develop and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all production processes.
• Support process changes and capital projects related to production operations.
• Ensure adherence to all safety, health, and environmental regulations on the production floor.
• Collaborate with the quality control team to maintain product consistency and quality standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a relevant engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of chemical processes and equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with plant personnel at all levels.
• Willingness to work on-site in Queenstown and contribute to daily operational success.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and shift allowances where applicable.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• On-the-job training and development opportunities.
• Stable employment within a growing manufacturing sector.
• A supportive work environment focused on operational performance.