Production Chemist (Essential Oils & Personal Care Products) at Agricare Std Plus Ltd

Role Overview

• We are seeking a hands-on Production Chemist to support the formulation, processing, and quality control of its product lines, including soaps, body wash, diffusers, essential oils, and aromatic plant distillates (e.g. lemongrass and other botanicals).
• The successful candidate will work directly within the farm settlement and processing facility, supporting end-to-end production — from raw material processing and distillation to finished product formulation — while ensuring quality, safety, and process consistency.
• This role is ideal for a practical, production-oriented chemist with strong interest in agro-processing, natural products, and industrial-scale manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities
Production & Processing:

• Support the distillation of lemongrass and other aromatic plants for essential oil extraction
• Assist in the formulation and production of soaps, body wash, diffusers, and related products
• Monitor production processes to ensure consistency, yield optimisation, and minimal waste
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and processing of raw materials and finished products

Quality Control & Compliance:

• Conduct basic quality checks on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products
• Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines
• Maintain accurate production and batch records
• Support product improvement initiatives and formulation adjustments

Equipment & Facility Support:

• Support routine cleaning, calibration, and basic maintenance of production and distillation equipment
• Report equipment faults or process deviations promptly
• Work closely with farm and operations teams to align production schedules with raw material availability

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain production logs, batch records, and inventory usage reports
• Provide regular updates to the Production Lead / Operations Manager
• Support internal audits, inspections, and regulatory documentation as required

Reporting Line:

• Reports to: Operations Manager
• Functional Interface: Farm Operations, Quality Control, Procurement, HR

Qualifications & Experience
Academic Qualifications:

• Candidates should possess a BSc / HND in Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Engineering

Experience:

• Must have 3 - 7 years experience in:
  • Soap and personal care production, or
  • Essential oil distillation, FMCG, cosmetics, or chemical processing
• Fresh graduates with strong practical exposure and willingness to learn may be considered

Technical & Professional Skills:

• Basic knowledge of:
  • Chemical formulations and mixing processes
  • Distillation and extraction techniques
  • Quality control and safety practices
• Ability to work in a production and farm-based environment
• Good documentation and reporting skills

Residency Requirement (Very Important):

• The successful candidate must be willing to reside within the farm settlement / industrial park
• Accommodation will be provided in line with company policy

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Practical, hands-on, and production-focused
• Willing to live and work within a farm/industrial setting
• Disciplined, safety-conscious, and quality-oriented
• Curious, eager to learn, and adaptable
• Long-term interest in agro-processing and natural product manufacturing