Shift Chemist

Details:
REPORTS TO: CHIEF CHEMIST
PURPOSE:
Taking lead in managing all process operations and product quality control / assurance functions in sugar plant and water services to achieve organizational objectives (quality targets).
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Inspect the process operation to ensure that set parameters are set.
Report any malfunction or breakdown at the process house.
Maintain discipline at the factory process.
Encourage teamwork at process house.
Ensure safety procedures are followed at the process house.
Shift report writing
Sanction the requisition for materials from main store.
Handling industrial relations and leave management at shop leve
Hands on approach with the ability to work under pressure and prioritizes multiple tasks to tight deadlines
Any other duties assigned by management.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Academic Qualifications
At least a Diploma/Degree in Analytical/Industrial Chemistry/Food Technology or equivalent
Professional Qualifications
Post qualification training in sugar processing will be an added advantage.
Experience
5 years’ experience of relevant Industrial exposure
Skills

Proficient with office computer applications
Prior experience guiding others doing similar work
Well developed report writing skills
Time management skills and attention to detai
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated supervisory skills