Lab Technician

Responsibilities:

1. Receiving and recording all incoming QC samples to ensure all analysis is done according to request and criteria before sending for disposal.
2. Operating laboratory equipment and instruments to perform QC tests according to SOP for determining chemical or physical characteristics as part of quality control, process control, and/or product development.
3. Independently performing internal calibration for all QC instruments and ensuring the validity of calibration.
4. Conducting QC method development and method validation with guidance from a senior chemist.
5. Recording analytical results in compliance with standard protocol and QA requirements, ensuring the traceability of all results.
6. Communicating results to relevant operations/PM personnel and being responsible for QC analysis results.
7. Performing preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments, owning some QC devices, consumables, and analytical chemicals.
8. Proactively updating existing work instructions, analytical instructions, and laboratory records as required.
9. Participating in troubleshooting non-conformance of analysis data.
10. Maintaining 5S and performing housekeeping in the laboratory to ensure all workstations are clean at all times.
11. Following chemical waste segregation protocols and adhering to proper waste disposal.
12. Updating and maintaining accurate chemical and laboratory supply inventory records promptly.
13. Adhering to workplace safety requirements and regulations at all times.
14. Performing any other tasks as assigned by a superior.

Requirements:

1. Minimum Diploma/NITEC in Chemistry or related field.
2. Experience in handling lab equipment such as GC FID/TCD, HPLC, IC, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, Automatic Titrators, UV Spectrometer, Density meter, Refractometer, viscometer, tensiometer, etc., would be an advantage.
3. Team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
4. Willingness to work in the Tuas area and work overtime when required.