Quality Control Chemist

Wattyl are a part of a global company called Hempel that produce a broad range of paints, varnishes, lacquers and special purpose protective coatings, incorporating trusted brands across the Globe. In Our business we are working together to shape a brighter future with sustainable coating solutions for all markets across the world.

We are on the look-out for a Quality Control Chemist with great attention to detail to perform operational requirements and tasks in the QC laboratory at the West Footscray plant in a Permanent Full Time position.

As the Quality Control Chemist you will:

• Test/Adjust time is minimised by following test procedures and adjusting batches when required.
• Batches to be ideally passed only when all properties are within the set specifications.
• Provide fill weights required by production for accurate filling.
• Records of results are to be maintained to agreed standards with the Plant Quality Manager.
• Production batches with repeated concessions or adjustments are to be brought to the attention of the Plant Quality Manager for formula investigations.
• Initiate formula investigations, via communication with the Plant Quality Manager, when the product displays the same adjustment/concession for the last 3 consecutive batches.
• Samples will be made in the laboratory to verify formula changes, raw material evaluations and any other product issue that may arise in production before a batch is made in the factory with the formula change incorporated or use of a new raw material.
• Assisting with Quality Assurance Tasks-training will be provided

To be considered you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Chemistry or related scientific discipline.
• Experience and knowledge of QC disciplines not essential but would be beneficial.
• Experience in contributing to a high output work group with requirements to meet manufacturing needs and set targets.
• Good oral and written communication skills, including good interpersonal skills with the ability to work productively in a team and individually on set tasks to achieve effective and efficient outcomes.
• Demonstrated PC literacy in using Microsoft Office software.

Wattyl a part of Hempel knows that a great business needs a Fantastic team, this is only possible with dedicated employees with diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Therefore, Wattyl apart of Hempel is committed to creating an inclusive work environment and culture that embraces the diversity of our employees and the customers we serve, providing equal opportunity for all.

At Hempel (Wattyl) we offer you the flexibility to choose how you get the job done around the things you love. You will have the trust, support and autonomy to do your job and do it well. We value on-the-job learning and provide opportunities for professional development to help our ambitious, high achieving people pursue their goals.

Please note you must have unrestricted valid rights to work in Australia - Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency to apply.