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

AGRICARE STD PLUS LTD is an agro allied company and sole distributor of standard agro-allied brands known for quality products. We have been in operation since 2006 and have contributed greatly to the success of many livestock farmers and other agro-allied establishments in Nigeria. We serve our diverse and unique clients all across Nigeria and beyond. With AGRICARE STD PLUS, business is more than just selling products, no matter the challenge, we focus on delivering practical and enduring results and equipping our customers with relevant information, products and services that help them grow and thrive.
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