Chemical Technician | Chemikant (m/w/d)

WICO GmbH (Bochum)

Witten, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Dec 1, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role is an immediate, permanent opportunity for a Chemical Technician in Witten, focusing on the production and processing of polyester, lack resins, and granules. Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing and adding raw materials, independently operating, monitoring, and controlling production facilities, and handling hot melts. The technician will also perform quality control sampling, documentation, and the filling/labeling of products into various containers. A key component of the job involves conducting loading operations according to hazardous goods regulations, regular cleaning/maintenance of equipment, and internal transport using industrial trucks. Candidates must possess a completed vocational training as a Chemical Technician or equivalent experience, along with necessary forklift and crane licenses. Strong safety and environmental awareness, proficiency in handling hazardous materials, and good German language skills are essential, as is the willingness to work in shifts.

Required Skills

Education

Completed vocational training as a Chemical Technician or Chemical Production Specialist

Experience

  • Completed vocational training as a Chemical Technician or Chemical Production Specialist, or equivalent professional experience
  • Experience in operating and monitoring production facilities
  • Experience in handling hazardous working materials
  • Knowledge of duties and responsibilities under hazardous goods law

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Forklift license (Staplerführerschein); Crane license (Kranschein); Fitness/suitability for wearing respiratory protection devices; Willingness to work in shifts; Valid training/certification for handling hazardous goods during loading operations; Must be able to work in Witten, Germany.