Salaries for positions in the Chemical Industry work area

The salary range of employees working in Bolivia in Chemical Industry typically ranges from 39,348 BOB (low salaries) to 83,688 BOB (highest average, actual salaries may be even higher)

This is the total annual salary including bonuses. Salaries can vary drastically among different job positions. If you are interested in the salary of a particular job, please choose it from the list.

List of positions in the Chemical Industry category and their job descriptions

Chemical Engineer

• Supervising chemical processes in production and their optimisation.
• Supporting production activities, solving technological problems from a theoretical as well as practical point of view.
• Monitoring processes in production and performing interventions in production lines, if necessary.
• Control analyses processing.
• Quality of products monitoring.
• Preparing reports and managing the relevant documentation regarding hazardous substances.
• Implementing the company´s requirements in terms of the substances used in production.
• Participating in launching new products, technologies and processes.
• Applying scientific knowledge and theories in the research and development of chemical production.
• Cooperating on issues concerning the productivity, quality, safety and trainings.

38,208 - 98,724 BOB

Chemical Lab Technician

• Performing inspections on the chemical and microbiological indicators of input materials, intermediates (bulks), and finished products.
• Reviewing documents related to input materials by means of comparison and the assessment of the parameters.
• Inspecting the quality of parameters by means of comparison with the standards and specification of the product.
• Recording the results from inspections into the internal system.
• Reporting any discovered variances to responsible management staff.
• Responsibility for the proper use and calibration of mechanical and electrical measuring instruments.
• Participating in resolving non-standard situations occurring during the production of bulks.
• Archiving samples required by the legislation.

29,472 - 74,652 BOB

Chemist

• Examining, measuring and recording chemical composition, density, acidity, particle size and form of a wide range of substances, compounds and materials.
• Conducting experiments and tests by mixing two or more chemicals together.
• Recording the findings.
• Producing new products and improving sensory characteristics of existing products.
• Controlling and coordinating activities of directly subordinate laboratory workers.

39,216 - 96,528 BOB

Machine Operator

• Operating and monitoring machinery and equipment in the chemical production process.
• Ensuring that all machines are functioning efficiently and safely.
• Conducting routine maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment to prevent breakdowns.
• Following safety protocols and adhering to industry regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
• Measuring and mixing raw materials according to specified formulas and instructions.
• Recording production data, including quantities produced and quality checks.
• Collaborating with team members and supervisors to optimize production processes.
• Performing quality control checks to ensure products meet established standards.
• Keeping work area clean and organized, adhering to 5S principles.
• Participating in training programs to enhance skills and knowledge related to machine operation and safety practices.
• Reporting any issues or malfunctions to the maintenance team promptly.
• Assisting in the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.

Technologist

• Inventing new and improving existing technological processes.
• Supervising the observance of formulations and technological processes.
• Management of the pre-production process to eliminate any possible shortcomings.
• Assessing the quality of new products.
• Proposing measures to optimise the production processes.
• Analysing variations incurred in conjunction with the shift chiefs.
• Drafting and updating of technological documentation and/or drawings.
• Cooperating in the preparation of price calculations.

44,184 - 106,956 BOB

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