Production Chemist - QC & Process Optimization (Paarl, ZA)

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 540,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a leading oil and gas facility in Paarl, Western Cape, to hire a Production Chemist. The role focuses on analyzing samples, ensuring product quality, and optimizing chemical processes in a fast-paced industrial setting.

The ideal candidate has a chemistry degree and at least 4 years of laboratory or process chemistry experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or refining contexts. On-site work in Paarl, with strong collaboration with engineers and operators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in a laboratory or process chemistry role within oil & gas, petrochemical, or refining industries.
• Proficiency in analytical techniques and instrumentation.
• Strong understanding of chemical principles in industrial processes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• GLP and safety awareness essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized chemical analyses on raw materials, intermediates and finished products using laboratory techniques.
• Monitor process parameters and chemical compositions to meet quality specifications.
• Troubleshoot process upsets and deviations, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and validate new analytical methods for process monitoring and product development.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and calibration.
• Prepare detailed reports on results and process performance.
• Collaborate with process engineers and plant operators to optimize chemical processes.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Assist in implementing quality management systems and continuous improvement.
• Stay updated on analytical chemistry advancements relevant to the industry.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

HPLC/GC/GC-MS

Spectroscopy instruments

Titration techniques

Job description

Placements24 is partnering with a leading oil and gas facility in Paarl, Western Cape, to hire a Production Chemist. The role focuses on analyzing samples, ensuring product quality, and optimizing chemical processes in a fast-paced industrial setting.

The ideal candidate has a chemistry degree and at least 4 years of laboratory or process chemistry experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or refining contexts. On-site work in Paarl, with strong collaboration with engineers and operators.