Jr. process chemist.

Role Summary – Jr. Process Chemist

Follow established procedures and guidelines to operate the process units, load/unload storage tanks and manufacture chemical products.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely operate and work with industrial equipment using the proper PPE and safety procedures.

• Process chemical products using batch sheet instructions. Includes manual and DCS operation.
• Loading, Unloading and sampling of material containers (tank cars/trucks, drums) in the plant whenever required.
• Track/record process information and production data.
• Production data entry in ERP – SAP system
• Report non-conformance/ deviations to shift in charge and participate in troubleshooting equipment, processes, etc. to find out the root cause
• Provide suggestions for process improvement.
• Coordination with QAL and Maintenance functions.
• Maintaining equipment in good condition- cleanliness, attend minor maintenance jobs like leaks, oil top up, hose connection, etc. 
• Clean/prepare equipment for maintenance as required. Issue work memos and release equipment safely for maintenance. Conclude the job with successful trials.
• Monitoring jobs mentioned in work permits issued in the unit.
• Responsible for good housekeeping in plant and surroundings.
• Participate in plant emergency response team (Rescue Squad) activities.
• Participate in safety audit, Hazop studies and preparing JSA.
• Additional duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS (education, experience, competencies and specific job requirements):

• Diploma in Chemical Engineering with good academic background and 1 to 5 years of experience in a chemical industry. ( Preferably from specialty chemical company)
• Understanding of hazardous materials and safety procedures (MSDS, JSA’s, etc.)
• Good interpersonal communication skills (verbal/written).
• Ability to plan tasks, work independently, and display individual initiative.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and solve problem.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to identify process improvements and act on them.

Experience:

 1 to 5 years of experience in the chemical industry. ( Preferably from specialty chemical company)

Exposure to plant operations; working with hazardous chemicals, working on DCS,

exposure to working of basic instruments and mechanical equipment; awareness about

safety and environment protection in process industry.

Job-specific competencies

• Focus on Customer
• Execution
• Open Communication
• Collaboration
• Result Orientation
• Adaptability

Desirable:

Awareness about 5S; basic understanding of P&IDs Preventive maintenance program, emergency handling.