Job description
Description of the position
Represents the company in selling chemical goods such as ceramic raw materials and compounds, inorganic pigmented solutions, ceramic grinding media, and other products to manufacturing establishments.
Develop and prepare specifications of ceramic compound products undergoing physical and chemical changes during the manufacturing process.
Tasks related to this position include but are not limited to:
Following up with clients to ensure satisfaction with products purchased.
Providing prospective customers with information about the characteristics and functions of the products for sale, and demonstrating its use or qualities.
Reporting customers' reactions and requirements to line manager/HoD.
Selling products and providing technical services to manufacturing business establishments.
Obtaining and updating knowledge of market conditions and of employer's and competitors' goods and services.
Quoting prices and credit terms, recording orders, and arranging deliveries.
Soliciting orders and selling goods to industrial and other establishments.
Developing safety procedures to be employed.
Preparing estimates of production costs and production progress reports for management.
Performing tests throughout stages of production to determine the degree of control over variables, including temperature, density, specific gravity, and pressure.
Establishing control standards and procedures to ensure safety and efficiency of chemical production operations and safety of workers operating equipment or working in close proximity to ongoing chemical reactions.
Specifying chemical production methods, materials, and quality standards and ensuring that they conform to specifications.
Performing laboratory studies of steps in the manufacture of new products and testing proposed processes in small-scale operations such as a pilot plant.
Establishing work measurement programs and analyzing work samples to develop standards for labor utilization.
Studying functional statements, organizational charts, and project information to determine functions and responsibilities of workers and work units and to identify areas of duplication.
Organizing and managing project labor and the delivery of materials, plant, and equipment.
Establishing standards and policies for installation, modification, quality control, testing, inspection, and maintenance according to engineering principles and safety regulations.
Analyzing workforce utilization, facility layout, operational data, and production schedules and costs to determine optimum worker and equipment efficiencies.
Inspecting plants to improve and maintain performance.
Advising management on new production methods, techniques, and equipment.
Liaising with materials buying, storing, and controlling departments to ensure a steady flow of supplies.
Minimum qualifications and/or competencies:
BEng/BSc in Chemical/Metallurgical/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering.
Medical fitness for ceramic work environment.
Valid driving license (compulsory).
Personal car (advantage).
People living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Job Types: Full-time, InternshipContract length: 6 - 12 months
Pay: R19500,00 per month
Ability to commute/relocate:
Centurion, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required).
Education:
Bachelors (Preferred).
License/Certification:
Driver's license (Required).
Expected Start Date: 2025/01/15
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