Chemical / Petrochemical / Oil & Gas Offshore Engineering / Technical / Production / Manufacturing / Motor South Africa - Western Cape , Cape Town - South (Houtbay to Cape of Good Hope) (Market related) Our client is seeking a qualified and experienced Chemical Technologist to join their team. The purpose of this role is to ensure quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. Requirement: Grade 12.BSc or Btech in Chemistry or related field.5 years’ industry-related experience (Quality Assurance and R&D).Responsibilities: Lead a team of lab technicians, ensuring staff engagement, performance, and teamwork.Quality assurance: conducting chemical analysis, implementing and maintaining analytical testing methods, and collaborating with labs and the R and D team to optimize product formulations.New product development: active participation in the development of new products (feasibility studies, process optimization, formulation improvements), assist in pilot-scale trials and evaluate performance of new formulations, and provide technical expertise to support product development projects.New product registrations.Generate and maintain technical documentation.Customer complaints: investigation, analysis of root cause and implement corrective actions.Salary: Market-related.#J-18808-Ljbffr