POSITION: Industrial Chemist
LOCATION: Roodepoort (Gauteng)

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and innovative Research and
Development Chemist to join our team. The successful candidate
will play a critical role in the development and improvement of food
and industrial products and processes, ensuring they meet the high
standards and specific requirements of our diverse clientele.
This role requires a deep understanding of food and industrial
processes, a passion for innovation, and a commitment to environmental sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research to develop new formulations and processes.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Improve existing products and processes to enhance performance, reduce costs, and increase sustainability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, engineering, and quality control to implement new processes and products.
• Ensure all R&D activities comply with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in chemistry and related fields.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in scaling up laboratory processes to full production scale.
• Conduct stability and performance testing of new and existing products.
• Liaise with clients to understand their needs and tailor solutions accordingly.
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to chemical processes and products.
• Lab management that will guarantee lab technical maintenance, lab-chemical/technical upgrading, samples and reagents suitable allocation and optimum utilization of lab space.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, or a related field (Master’s or Ph.D. preferred).
• Minimum of 3 to 7 years of experience in R&D, preferably within the industrial industry
• Strong knowledge of chemistry to develop and improve manufacturing processes for a wide range of products,
• Proven track record of developing successful products and processes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and chemical analysis software.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Requirements:

• Valid ID
• Valid License and own vehicle
• Clear medical and criminal record
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent report writing skills

Industrial Chemist:

• Focus: An industrial chemist applies principles of chemistry to develop and improve manufacturing processes for a wide range of products, such as chemicals, fuels, materials, pharmaceuticals, and other industrial goods.