Chemical Technician - Krugersdorp, South Africa - Jean Fowlds Consultancy

Jean Fowlds Consultancy

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Krugersdorp, South Africa

1 week ago

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Thabo Mthembu

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Description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

My client, a leader in the manufacturing industry, is seeking a Chemical Technician. The incumbent must have solid and traceable work experience of 2+ years.

The role of a
Chemical Technician is to conduct analytical or
lab-based tests on a variety of
chemicals, materials, or products.

The incumbent will typically receive samples and conduct testing for the purposes of quality assurance, safety inspection, regulatory adherence, environmental impact, or sample testing.

Key performance criteria of this position include:

To conduct daily process control tests on all critical technical parameters within the plant. These would include but are not limited to incoming raw materials, clay products, glaze products, firing properties, and well as finished product properties
Problemsolving and continuous improvement
Data capturing and statistical analysis
Evaluating factory process controls and improving process stability
Training of process controllers
Clay body development, analysis, and continuous improvement
Failure analysis and technical investigations and reporting on customer complaints
Purchasing and financial controls on all laboratory expenses to ensure a costeffective testing process
Housekeeping and Health and Safety
Be in possession of a Metallurgical, Chemical degree, or similar degree
Have experience with ceramics, refractories, or metallurgical processes
Demonstrate leadership ability by leading from the front
Skills and experience related to failure analysis and problemsolving
Have the ability to analyze a situation problem and resolve issues analytically
Being able to communicate effectively and have good interpersonal skills
Have a handson approach and pride in the work performed
Attention to detail and perseverance to get the details right
Total commitment to product quality
Have the ability to develop and implement systems and procedures to control the process
A positive attitude, willingness to work long hours, and ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BTech: Chemical Engineering or
Bachelor ́s Degree in Biological Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Microbiology or related degree. Important, you MUST HAVE MARKS ABOVE 70%
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Good knowledge of both laboratory and manufacturing practices.
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