Process Technologist in Maidstone, Kent

Maidstone Source: WhatJobs

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Role: Process Technologist
Salary: Highly Competitive + £1,000 bonus
Location: Outskirts of Maidstone
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

KHR is working with a leading manufacturer to recruit a Process Technologist to support quality control, process chemistry, water treatment, chemical management, cost control, and environmental compliance across their manufacturing site.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically minded individual to take responsibility for day-to-day quality control activities, monitor and optimise chemical processes, and support improvements across production, water treatment and effluent management. Working closely with other staff, you will help maintain product quality, control costs and ensure compliance with relevant quality, safety and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities - Process Technologist

Monitor chemical processes and treatment programmes, ensuring they meet operational requirements while maintaining cost efficiency.
Fill in for the Manufacturing Development Manager when necessary
Oversee routine quality checks and ensure testing equipment is appropriately maintained, calibrated and fit for purpose.
Maintain chemical safety documentation and relevant quality and hygiene records, ensuring assessments are completed when required.
Arrange and carry out trials to assess potential improvements to manufacturing processes and site treatment systems.
Review quality issues and customer feedback, helping to identify causes and support suitable corrective actions.
Work alongside production colleagues and external suppliers to identify opportunities to improve process performance and reduce costs.
Keep accurate records of chemical stocks, monitor usage and coordinate replenishment to maintain appropriate stock levels.
Undertake sampling, testing and analysis to support the effective operation of water treatment processes.
Continuous improvement opportunities
Participate in an on-call rota and support meetings or projects away from the main site when necessary, which may occasionally involve overnight stays.

What We're Looking For - Process Technologist

Previous experience in a manufacturing, quality control, process technology or similar technical environment.
Ability to step in for the Manufacturing Development Manager
An understanding of water treatment, wastewater management or environmental compliance would be advantageous.
An understanding of quality management procedures and recognised standards, including ISO 9001.
Knowledge of chemical processes, chemical handling or process monitoring.
Familiarity with COSHH requirements and chemical safety procedures.
The ability to carry out testing, interpret results and investigate issues methodically.
Good organisational skills, particularly when managing stock, maintaining records and coordinating routine activities.
Knowledge of ISO 14001, MCERTS, BS EN 15593, GMP or internal auditing would be beneficial.