Bata Chief Chemist Jobs in Kenya
Job Summary
Support laboratory operations, quality assurance processes and production optimization by conducting chemical analysis, testing raw materials and finished products, and ensuring compliance with quality, safety and environmental standards.
Contribute to continuous process improvement, product quality enhancement and operational efficiency within leather processing, tannery or manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct laboratory testing and analysis of raw materials, chemicals, in-process samples and finished products.
Perform chemical, physical and analytical tests in accordance with established laboratory procedures and quality standards.
Monitor production processes and recommend improvements to optimize product quality and operational efficiency.
Analyze test results and prepare accurate technical reports and documentation.
Support quality assurance and quality control activities throughout the manufacturing process.
Ensure compliance with laboratory quality management systems and testing protocols.
Maintain laboratory equipment and coordinate calibration and routine maintenance activities.
Investigate quality deviations and assist in root-cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
Monitor chemical usage and support process optimization initiatives.
Ensure adherence to occupational health, safety and environmental regulations.
Maintain accurate laboratory records, databases and test documentation.
Support product development, research and process improvement projects where required.
Qualifications
Degree in Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Leather Technology or a related field.
Additional training in laboratory quality systems, manufacturing processes or quality management will be an added advantage.
Experience
Minimum five (5) years of relevant experience in a laboratory, tannery, leather processing or manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated experience in chemical testing, laboratory operations and quality assurance processes.
Experience supporting manufacturing process improvement and production
optimization initiatives.
Experience working within regulated quality and safety environments is desirable.
Technical Skills
Chemical Analysis and Testing.
Industrial and Analytical Chemistry.
Leather Processing and Tannery Operations.
Laboratory Quality Management Systems.
Process Optimization and Continuous Improvement.
Quality Assurance and Quality Control.
Laboratory Equipment Operation and Maintenance.
Data Analysis and Technical Reporting.
Manufacturing Process Monitoring.
Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance.
Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action Management.
Key Competencies
Analytical and Critical Thinking Skills.
Attention to Detail and Accuracy.
Problem-Solving and Process Improvement.
Quality Focus and Compliance Orientation.
Technical Report Writing.
Planning and Organizational Skills.
Teamwork and Collaboration.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills.
Results Orientation and Accountability.
Safety Awareness and Risk Management.
Personal Attributes
High levels of integrity and professionalism.
Detail-oriented and quality-focused.
Proactive and solution-driven.
Strong commitment to safety and compliance.
Ability to work effectively in laboratory and production environments.
Continuous learning mindset and willingness to adopt new technologies and processes.
How to apply
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