Senior Chemical Engineer, Production Optimization Lead

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Life insurance

Retirement fund

Professional development

In-house training

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA seeks a Senior Chemical Engineer, Production Support to ensure continuous and efficient operation of manufacturing facilities. This on-site role involves resolving process upsets, optimizing production, and driving safety and quality improvements with operators and management.

The successful candidate will have 6+ years in chemical manufacturing, strong data analysis and problem-solving skills, and experience with process safety and ISO 9001.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 6+ years in chemical manufacturing focusing on production support.
• Troubleshooting complex processes and equipment.
• Knowledge of safety and quality standards.
• Experience with data analysis and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate technical support to production to resolve upsets and malfunctions.
• Analyze production data to identify trends and optimize yield and cost.
• Develop modifications to enhance efficiency, safety, and environmental performance.
• Conduct root cause analyses for deviations and implement CAPAs.
• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering for reliability and PM programs.
• Support product introductions and scale-up from pilot to full production.
• Train and mentor junior engineers and technicians on operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Participate in PHAs and safety reviews.

Skills

Data analysis

SPC

Root cause analysis

PSM

Quality systems

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Automation familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA seeks a Senior Chemical Engineer, Production Support to ensure continuous and efficient operation of manufacturing facilities. This on-site role involves resolving process upsets, optimizing production, and driving safety and quality improvements with operators and management.

The successful candidate will have 6+ years in chemical manufacturing, strong data analysis and problem-solving skills, and experience with process safety and ISO 9001.