About the position
Our client, a international market leader in the packaging, print and ink industry, based in Johannesburg, is currently looking to employ an experienced Technical Manager to their dynamic team.
Top job - an awesome career opportunity awaits you!
Job Requirements:
- MSc in chemistry/ polymer science.
- 10 - 15 Years’ Chemistry experience preferably within the Ink and Printing Industry.
- 10 -15 years relevant experience specifically in product synthesis or characterization.
- Good understanding of pigment, resin and additive chemistry.
- Proven records of synthesizing or developing a Novel product/s or innovation of new product or new product application.
- Computer Literate – Excel, PP, Word, Office, IBM Notes and SAP.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Pro Active – able to develop oneself and take initiative.
- Strong theoretical and practical application knowledge of analytical techniques including GC, GCMS , FTIR, COF and IFS.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Good organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Responsibilities, but not limited to:
1. UV Formulation:
- Should have good knowledge of raw materials used in UV Inks & coatings.
- Knowledge of local regulations for raw material selection.
- To be able to adjust standard products as per local requirements.
2. Product recommendation:
- Understand technical requirement of customers in detail, gather all inputs and recommend suitable product from the company's product library.
3. Analytical:
- Analyze issues faced by customer and identify root-cause.
- Co-relate with formulation and application parameters to find resolution.
4. Color:
- Good knowledge of color theory.
- Capable of guiding team to match customer specific shades accurately and quickly.
5. Communication:
- Should be able to communicate directly with customers & internal stake holders.
- Sharing technical updates and evaluation reports with all stakeholders.
6. Safety:
- Follow and establish culture of Safety within team by following safe practices and using appropriate PPEs.
Kindly be advised that should you not receive a response within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Desired Skills:
- UV
- Pigment
- Chemistry
- IFS
- GCMS
- COLOR MATCH