Who we are

We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven QC Engineer.

Kisuma Chemicals in Veendam has more than 120 employees and is market leader in the field of plastic additives.

With production locations in the Netherlands, Japan and China, and sales offices in North America, India and Singapore, we are the largest producer of synthetic hydrotalcites and other special magnesium compounds worldwide.

We are recognized as a world leader in the field of customer focus, research and technology.

In addition, we are an innovative company that is committed to sustainability.

The department

The Technology department has realized a new high-tech lab in 2020. We are looking for a QC Engineer who actively participates in improvements and projects. Kisuma has the ambition to bring new products to the market. For entrance inspections, process controls and final inspections, it is necessary to improve or automate existing analysis methods and work processes. In addition, we must develop completely new methods to test the new products and to optimize the production processes.

What is your challenge at Kisuma?

As a QC Engineer, you advise and support the QC Supervisor in the general Technology responsibilities.

You provide instructions to analysts and supervise interns.

You validate analysis results of the end product and raw materials.

You are partly responsible for the management of Lims, laboratory equipment and the quality system.

You advise on the purchase of new analysis equipment and you conclude service contracts.

In addition, you optimize and validate existing and new analysis methods.

Analysis techniques that we currently use a lot include XRF, ICP, PSD, titrations, BET, UV-VIS and IR spectrometry.

You report results to internal and external parties.

Who You Are

• Bachelor Chemistry or equivalent.

• At least 3 years of experience in a similar role.

• A person who wants to share knowledge and teach colleagues.

• Proficiency in Dutch and English is a plus.

• Experience with projects and ISO standards.

• Experience or affinity with LIMS.

• The following competencies: proactive, communicative and socially skilled, critical thinking, independent and advising.

What do we offer you?

An excellent salary in scale 6 of the Kisuma Collective Labor Agreement and excellent fringe benefits such as a fixed year-end bonus, 25.5 vacation days, a bonus scheme, a sustainable employability scheme, a non-contributory pension and a 38-hour working week. In addition, an active staff association, a canteen with freshly prepared food. A nice working atmosphere where safety comes first.

Apply

Until October 13, you can send the application with CV to the attention of Astrid Boekholt, HR Officer (Kisuma Chemicals BV, Postbus 400, 9640 AK Veendam or by e-mail to vacature@kisuma.com).