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Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Quality Control Chemist
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Quality Control Chemist
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About this Position
Join our team as a Quality Specialist, where you'll take on a dynamic, dual-role position combining Quality Control Chemist (80%) and Quality Engineer (20%) responsibilities. In this pivotal role, you'll lead testing, analysis, and problem-solving efforts to support our Operations, Technical, and Sales teams. Guided by the Site Quality Manager, you’ll drive compliance with Henkel’s high standards, ensure customer satisfaction, and contribute to key projects—all while operating with independence, reliability, and integrity. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact across multiple functions in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.
What you´ll do
- Perform routine and non-routine testing of production batches, customer samples, and effluent treatment plant (ETP) samples, ensuring timely, accurate results and compliance with internal standards and environmental regulations.
- Investigate out-of-specification (OOS) results, unusual batches, and First Time Right (FTR) improvements, collaborating closely with Product Development (PD) and Technical teams to drive process enhancements.
- Oversee the calibration, maintenance, and functionality of laboratory equipment; prepare reagents and stock solutions; manage the chemical store and retain sample program with ongoing documentation and register reviews.
- Prepare and manage laboratory documentation, including manuals, test methods, training records, and reports; issue Certificates of Analysis (COA) and Certificates of Conformance (COC) for outgoing products.
- Coordinate the procurement of laboratory consumables and external contractor services for testing, equipment calibration, and maintenance, ensuring continuous lab operation.
- Support Statistical Quality Control (SQC) activities, chair monthly Statistical Process Control (SPC) meetings, and participate in Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Management of Change (MOC), and New Product Introduction (NPI) processes, including the preparation of PPAP documentation.
- Assist in the investigation and resolution of customer complaints through the Customer Complaint Management System (CCMS) and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA); manage Non-Conformance Material Reports (NCMRs) through to closure.
- Actively support internal audits, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and 5S workplace organization practices; contribute to the rollout of quality programs and initiatives led by the Quality Manager and Product Development Integration (PDI) teams.
What makes you a good fit
- Tertiary qualifications in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, with a minimum of five years of hands-on laboratory experience and strong knowledge of chemical and laboratory safety practices.
- Proficient in performing wet chemical analyses and experienced in using laboratory systems such as SAP and Microsoft Office applications.
- Demonstrates structured, logical, and analytical thinking, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to organize, plan, and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and contribute to a positive team environment.
- Preferred experience in quality management systems, internal auditing, and quality risk assessment tools such as Failure
- Modes and Effects Analysis, statistical process control, and measurement system analysis.
- Familiarity with structured problem-solving and continuous improvement methodologies such as 8D, 5 Whys, A3, and Six Sigma is an advantage.
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
- Flexible Public Holidays
- Company Products Allocation
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 25081548
Job Locations: Australia, Victoria, Kilsyth - Melbourne, VIC
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
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Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.