Executive, Laboratory

Reporting to Manager, Laboratory, this position will perform and conduct the review of testing and analysis in the manufacturing of Alpha-Olefin Copolymers, namely TAFMER™ & EPR products, for the plant.

Responsibilities

Plan daily analysis for Laboratory Technicians

Ensure daily planned work are executed

Ensure testing are performed in accordance to approved Laboratory SOPs

Ensure that calibration and preventive maintenance for all Laboratory equipment are scheduled and duly conducted with timeliness

Ensure that all Laboratory equipment are well-maintained

Perform laboratory inventory control. Ensure lab consumables and spare parts are available

Ensure and upkeep good Laboratory safety practices and housekeeping

Conduct shipment and in-process training and qualification of new staff in accordance to approved Laboratory SOPs

Provide testing support and undertake other assignments for lab projects, production trial and other ad-hoc activities in the plant

Provide support to other duties as and when directed by immediate superior

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or a related discipline

Alternatively, Diploma in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline with at least 5 years of relevant experience

Knowledge in polymer science and familiarity with ISO9001:2015 and ISO14001:2015 are preferred

Self-motivated, independent and resourceful

Possess good communication skills and presentation skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Able to perform overtime work when required

Willing to work in Jurong Island

Mitsui Chemicals Inc.

is one of the largest chemical companies in Japan. Our innovative technologies and materials, along with products that offer new functionality, are being used for a wide range of fields such as automotive, electronics and information, life, environment and energy, and packaging in our society.

At Mitsui Chemicals Group in Singapore, we are committed to produce products in a safe and environmentally sound manner, consistent with Responsible Care. Our presence in Singapore includes the following companies.

Mitsui Chemicals Asia Pacific, Ltd

• Established in 1997, it is one of the four regional headquarters of Mitsui Chemicals Inc, managing the company's operations in ASEAN, South Asia, Middle East and Oceania.

Mitsui Elastomers Singapore Pte. Ltd

was incorporated on 26 February 2001 and is the marketing and manufacturing center for TAFMER™ products. Almost 10 years later after its establishment, MELS built its second TAFMER™ Plant (“5TF”) in Singapore in July 2010. The US$200 million plant harnessed MCI technologies in polymer design, metallocene catalysts and production processes to create a world-class production facility with an annual operation capacity of 100,000 tonnes. Today, with an annual capacity of 200,000 tonnes, MELS accounts for 80% of MCI’s global elastomer production capabilities.

SDC Technologies Asia Pacific Pte Ltd

• SDC Technologies Inc., a wholly owned company of Mitsui Chemicals Inc., is a recognized world leader in the development and manufacturing of proprietary, high-performance coating systems. SDC Technologies Asia Pacific, Pte. Ltd. a wholly owned subsidiary under SDC Technologies, Inc. is a newly incorporated company in Singapore.

Prime Evolue Singapore Pte. Ltd.

, a joint venture of Prime Polymer Co., Ltd. and Mitsui & Co. for the manufacture and sale of Evolue™, a high-performance linear-low density polyethylene resin (LLDPE). It aims to achieve its goal of becoming the leading player in Asia's high-performance polyethylene with its Evolue™ product.