Technical Service Chemist

Aeci Limited; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in specialized application chemicals seeks a Technical Support role within their laboratory. Duties include managing laboratory operations, providing technical and production support, and conducting chemical analysis. Candidates should be adaptable and willing to travel.

Qualifications

• Assist operations in product calculations and adjustments.
• Support chemical manufacturing through analysis.
• Willingness to travel and work on method development.

Responsibilities

• Run day-to-day operations of the laboratory.
• Provide technical support to sales and production.
• Investigate production non-conformances and customer complaints.

Skills

Technical Support

Chemical Analysis

Method Development

Troubleshooting

Sample Analysis

Job description

Supporting the Technical Manager by running the day-to-day operations of the Specialised Application Chemicals laboratory.Required outputs : functionalResponsibilities : Technical Support : Provide technical support to Operations and Technical Sales Reps.Production Support : Assist operations (production and QC) in calculating and adjusting products during production.Investigations : Investigate production non-conformances and customer complaints.Sample Analysis : Analyze and report on routine customer samples.

Willingness to travel is required.Chemical Analysis : Support manufacturing through chemical analysis.Method Troubleshooting : Troubleshoot and verify analytical methods and results.Non-routine Samples : Analyze non-routine samples.Method Development : Search, develop, and optimize analytical test methods and equipment procedures for better efficiency, precision, and accuracy.Product Development : Assist in developing new products and optimizing existing formulations.Reformulation and Disposal : Reformulate work-aways or dispose of redundant, slow-moving, or rejected stock.Laboratory Operations : Manage daily laboratory activities including calibrations, housekeeping, and sample organization.