Looking to kickstart your career in a hands-on manufacturing role where your chemistry skills truly make an impact? This position offers a unique platform to apply your scientific knowledge directly to everyday manufacturing processes, supporting safer and more sustainable operations.

What’s in it for you?

• Gain exposure to real-world chemical manufacturing environments, working alongside seasoned scientists and engineers.
• Lead process improvement initiatives and see measurable results in product quality and efficiency.
• Develop technical expertise through mentorship and on-site problem-solving.
• Contribute to projects that support innovative and sustainable building materials and industrial applications.
• Grow in a role designed to transition from laboratory theory to practical process leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory testing of raw materials and manufacturing samples to ensure quality standards.
• Monitor and analyse production processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency enhancements.
• Investigate manufacturing issues and troubleshoot using structured problem-solving techniques.
• Support process optimisation, plant trials, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Generate technical reports to inform operational decisions and support quality systems.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams to improve manufacturing performance.

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Up to two years’ experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, or quality environment — graduates encouraged to apply.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures.
• Good reporting skills, particularly with Excel.
• Passion for applying chemistry to manufacturing challenges.

If you think this could be the role for you, please apply now. At Fuse, we specialise in recruitment for the chemicals and manufacturing industry and actively source for a broad range of established clients. If you are a chemical industry professional looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Know someone suitable for this role? Refer them through Fuse Connect Me and earn up to $500 for every successful referral.