Laboratory Analyst

Position Summary

The Laboratory Analyst in the QC laboratory is required to work in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 standards, plays a multifaceted role that encompasses precise chemical analysis, adherence to quality/safety management systems, and active participation in production-related activities. This position is designed to contribute to the laboratory's commitment to ISO/IEC 17025 standards while also supporting production processes to meet organizational objectives.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Shall strictly follow the safety and quality protocols within the laboratory.
• Shall strictly follow the Cleanroom Protocol implemented within the Laboratory.
• Shall adhere to the implemented 5S practices.
• Shall perform analysis on routine/non-routine samples from Analytical Service business as well as support manufacturing plant products including IQC, IPQC & FQC samples, evaluation samples, and onsite plant UPW monitoring.
• Shall understand the usage of LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) and key in results into the system once the result is confirmed to be accurate.
• Shall assist in updating SPC (Statical Process Control Charts) and able to identify abnormality and inform Supervisor.
• Shall prepare standards and perform calibrations for instruments in accordance with official procedures & update ISO records accordingly.
• Shall perform routine maintenance for instruments and assist in breakdown maintenance and troubleshoot of instruments as and when necessary.
• Shall assist in fine tuning and improving the performance of instruments.
• Shall perform inventory checks on instrument parts / consumables / retained samples & chemicals.
• Shall assist in analysis for Laboratory’s analytical developmental work such as method validation, correlation studies & GR&R.
• Shall participate in instrument / product quality investigations using suitable root cause analysis tools (5S, Fishbone diagrams etc.)
• Shall assist in updating and/or implementing new Work Instructions or SOPs.
• Shall ensure his/her own records are updated in a timely manner and retained in accordance with the ISO Standards applied to the company.
• Shall assist in the preparation of documents and other related items for internal, ISO related and customer audits.
• Shall assist in preparing training materials and where applicable, assist in training new staff.
• Shall perform other duties as assigned by the direct Supervisor and/or the QC Manager.

Education Background and Experience

• Diploma or higher in chemistry and relevant discipline
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in chemical/analytical laboratory. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• Possessing knowledge and experience in handling ICP-MS/OES, GC, TOC, IC, Titrators is an added advantage
• Having basic knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 & 17025 Standards would be an added advantage.
• Possessing good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc)
• Has a basic understanding of SPC (Statistical Process Control)

Other information and Requirements:

• Must Able to differentiate colors for work purposes
• Will be required to work in the vicinity of chemicals and wear various PPE like chemical-clothing, gowns and respiratory masks.
• Will be required to work in Cleanroom condition most of the time.
• Will be required to work shift
• Will be required to work overtime as and when required by the department