(1) Chemical Process Engineer (1) Senior Chemist

MICHAEL PAGE INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT (PHILIPPINES) INC.

5-7 Years

Philippines

Posted 10 hours ago
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Job Description

Play a key role in launching and stabilising chemical operations.
Gain hands-on experience in commissioning, optimisation, and R&D transfer.

About Our Client

Our client is a growing organisation within the chemical manufacturing sector, committed to operational excellence, innovation, and high-quality production standards.

Job Description

(1) Chemical Process Engineer

Develop and maintain process parameters, batch conditions, and commissioning-ready operating documentation.
Support process design and optimisation across formulation, mixing, heating/cooling, filtration, and packaging stages.
Assist in equipment selection, validation, and integration of manufacturing systems and utilities.
Participate in commissioning and ramp-up activities, including troubleshooting, process validation, and performance stabilisation.
Conduct structured root-cause analysis to resolve process deviations and improve reliability.
Support continuous improvement initiatives, including documentation updates and technical reviews.
Collaborate with R&D on scale-up activities and ensure manufacturability of formulations.
Work closely with quality and safety teams to ensure consistent production and compliance with manufacturing standards.

(1) Senior Chemist

Develop, optimise, and validate formulations for soaps, sanitisers, disinfectants, and related products.
Conduct laboratory testing including stability, compatibility, and performance evaluations, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
Support technology transfer from laboratory to full-scale manufacturing, working closely with the Chemical Process Engineer and production teams.
Troubleshoot formulation-related production issues and recommend improvements for consistency, quality, and efficiency.
Ensure compliance with Philippine FDA regulations, GMP, and internal quality standards.
Maintain technical documentation including formulation records, COAs, and validation reports.
Participate in audits, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives such as CAPA and FMEA.
Promote safe laboratory practices aligned with DOLE OSHS and DENR environmental requirements.

The Successful Applicant

Chemical Process Engineer

Non-Negotiables:

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
Proven experience in process engineering or commissioning within a chemical manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of mixing, heat transfer, batching, and process troubleshooting.
Demonstrated ability to translate formulation requirements into practical production processes.

Good-to-Haves:

Experience in chemical formulation manufacturing.
Exposure to tech transfer from lab or pilot scale to production.
Experience drafting batch records and operating procedures.
Familiarity with cross-functional work involving Quality and EHS teams.

Senior Chemist

Non-Negotiables:

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry and PRC Licensed Chemist.
Minimum of 5 years experience in formulation development within a manufacturing environment.
Strong expertise in surfactant systems, emulsions, preservatives, sanitiser formulations, and analytical testing.
Experience supporting scale-up, process validation, and manufacturing operations.
Solid understanding of GMP, GLP, and Philippine regulatory requirements.

Good-to-Haves:

Master's degree in Chemistry or related field.
Experience in personal care, cosmetics, household chemicals, pharmaceutical, or FMCG industries.
Familiarity with ISO standards (ISO 9001, ISO 22716, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, DOE, SPC, and HACCP principles.
Experience in product registration and regulatory documentation.

What's on Offer

Opportunity to contribute to a high-impact manufacturing start-up and shape production processes from early stages.
Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and market standards.
Exposure to end-to-end operations including R&D collaboration, commissioning, and process optimisation.
Professional growth through hands-on engineering challenges and cross-functional collaboration.
Dynamic and supportive work environment focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
On-site role in Cavite, offering direct involvement in critical production and operational activities.

Contact

Cherry Tubiera

Quote job ref

JN-072026-7060504

Phone number

+63 277952826