Chemist - Jurong Island / Chemical Firm / $5K-5.8K

This role is for a newly established chemical - polymer plant in Jurong Island, and you will be responsible for the setup of the QC Laboratory at the new site, including management and training of Laboratory analysts, as well as laboratory system establishment and management to achieve safe and stable commissioning and startup of the new plant.

Responsibilities:

1. Interpret laboratory results that are outside of the technical ability of the Lab Analysts.
2. Review all process and final product test results to check for validity and possible quality-related issues.
3. Assist the quality lab manager in classification for final product and compounding lots.
4. Assist the quality lab manager to develop and implement QC specifications and standards.
5. Assist the quality lab manager to establish lab systems according to HSEQ requirements.
6. Conduct method development and validation, review and upkeep SOP of test procedures, calibration procedures, and analytical instruments.
7. Analyse, review, and troubleshoot reliability issues of laboratory equipment and analysis problems and develop practical solutions.
8. Liaise with vendors to troubleshoot and maintain laboratory equipment.
9. Develop, implement, and follow a calibration plan for equipment to ensure lab data is always accurate, consistent, and repeatable.
10. Manage lab external agency audits and management systems certification compliance.
11. Support Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, and Product Management functions.
12. Assist the lab manager, production, or other departments with special projects, as needed.
13. Lead special lab projects and new grade trials.
14. Implement and participate in safety and quality improvement activities.
15. Evaluate reported results for consistency with plant process conditions.
16. Train laboratory personnel on new instruments and procedures as needed.
17. Conduct internal audits on the proper execution of test methods.
18. Liaise with suppliers, execute procurement processes, and receipt.
19. Monitor and follow up on daily lab analysis results for accuracy and troubleshooting.

Requirements:

1. Degree in chemistry or related field.
2. Minimum 5 years’ experience in an analytical lab within a manufacturing facility.
3. Experience required in new laboratory setup and system establishment.
4. Experience required with GC, ICP, GC-MS, Antek, KF, IR, UV, Extruder, DSC, etc.
5. Experience required in statistical process control and statistical quality control.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates, please submit your resume by clicking on “Quick Apply” or contact 6566 5498 for more details.

Please provide the following information in the resume for immediate processing:

1. Reasons for leaving current and/or last employment
2. Last drawn and/or current salary
3. Expected salary
4. Date of availability and/or Notice Period

All applications will be treated in strictest confidence and only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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