Laboratory Chemist at African Industries Group (AIG)

African Industries Group (AIG) is a diversified global conglomerate with a legacy of 53 years of business excellence and sustainable growth. It is headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. It has been contributing to Nigeria’s socio-economic growth and industrial development and is equally committed to the nurturing and development of the local community. AIG owes its success to the core philosophy of ‘Building the Future Together’. Its business strategy is inclusive, and sustainable, and not only benefits stakeholders but also positively impacts the environment and society.

It has been predominantly a manufacturing company, with operational excellence benchmarked to global standards.The group has around 35 state-of-the-art manufacturing plants and facilities located in various locations across Nigeria, creating employment opportunities.Its investment and expansion in manufacturing with the latest functional technology provide long-term employment to thousands of Nigerians, for people from across the globe. It also creates ancillary employment for many more. With over five decades of responsible business practices, the Group has evolved into a driving force in various sectors like Iron and steel manufacturing, power generation, agricultural products, steel processing, building materials, plywood and allied products, logistics and shipping, lead products, cans manufacturing, refractories products, industrial glass, other construction materials, and more recently, mining and steel processing, renewable energy, and aluminum products.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Laboratory Chemist

Location: Gujeni, Kaduna
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing processes that minimize waste and increase the quality of finished products
• Assist in optimizing processes by monitoring chemical reactions during induration and identifying issues with chemical properties.
• Testing the final product for chemical composition such as impurities and the presence of unwanted elements.
• Develop and implement safety procedures for staff working with hazardous materials
• Design, plan and implement the layout of manufacturing equipment to optimize production and decrease costs
• Use computers to compile and analyze data
• Establish safety and waste management procedures
• Travel to work sites and locations to learn about project needs and design
• Assist with establishing budgets and timelines.

Requirements and Skills

• HND / B.Eng Degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry
• 0 - 2 years proven work experience as a Chemical Engineer or similar role
• Candidate must reside in Kaduna or its environs
• Ability to cooperate and communicate with others, especially those without a technical background
• Computer literacy to run simulations and conduct ongoing research
• Exceptional problem solving, verbal and written communication, presentation and project management skills.

Application Closing Date
20th January, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: elizabeth.ehi@anrml.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.