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About the role

Position: Process Chemist

Location: Spotswood, Melbourne, VIC

Duration: 6 months contract

Essential Criteria:

0-3 Years' Experience
Experience in a manufacturing control laboratory
Sound working knowledge of general laboratory practices and procedures
A good understanding of scientific principles and an ability to apply these to the work environment
Good knowledge of computers and competent mathematical skills
Experience with quality records and Standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 17025)
Formal tertiary qualification in a Science related field is necessary

Desirable Criteria:

Sound knowledge of the lubricants manufacturing environment i.e. procurement, blending, filling and packaging, and dispatch procedures
Good HSSE awareness applicable to laboratory operations

Required Technical Duties:

Good analytical skills with the ability to interpret results
Effective communication skills both verbal and written
Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Well organized and motivated self-starter
Able to work with minimal supervision
Works well under high pressure situations
Must display high degree of flexibility
Strong team player with the ability to relate to all levels in the work environment
A proactive approach to problem solving and an ability to apply such skills to solve production and quality related problems

Duties Include:

Ensure that Raw Materials (additives and base oils), and lubricants manufactured and warehoused by the Facility are tested to the required technical specifications, GMP requirements and Quality Standards by effective utilization of current quality procedures and practices in accordance with the Quality, Environmental and Technical Management Systems
Testing and analysis of raw materials, finished oils, greases and specialty products (as applicable) using available testing equipment to achieve the specified level of quality control
Products tested in a timely and cost efficient manner
Ensure non-conforming products are not released to the marketplace
Understanding of lubricant QC testing methods
Provide customers with C of A as required for manufactured and imported products
Commission and validate equipment, test methods and processes as required
Issue accurate and timely blend sheets along with written instructions
Liaise with production to help overcome production related problems that may impact on product quality
Provide advice to production supervisors on blend and filling sequencing to maximise plant efficiency and minimise rework
Provide technical advice to Blending, Filling and Warehouse Operators
Exercise delegated authority to stop production to correct quality problems
Assist with root cause investigations on non-conforming blends and fills
Assist with the rework and disposal of obsolete and quarantined raw materials and finished products
Assist in maintaining the Quality, Environmental and Technical systems
Managing the appropriate document control so that quality records are controlled, maintained and easily retrieved
Ensuring that laboratory equipment is calibrated in accordance with appropriate standards so that the accuracy of test results are guaranteed
Ensuring that the NATA Accreditation is maintained and adhered to
Conduct internal audits and action items as required
Support Environmental initiatives
Maintain Work Instructions for all Laboratory processes
Testing samples relating to customer complaints and reporting test results
Provide advice to the warehouse and production teams on technical queries to ensure that the end customers best interests are met
Ensure procedures for new product introductions and formulation changes are followed
Update and modify existing documentation in line with company requirements
Develop new skills during busy transition period and special projects capital modifications

Only candidates with the right to work in Australia will be considered.

(Australia Citizen, PR Holder, or Valid Australia working VISA)

If you are keen for this role, please apply directly to this ad with your CV & contact details, or email your CV to hassan.reza@airswift.com , indicating your notice period and expected salary.