QC Technologist

We Are Kemin

We are visionaries who see things differently and are inspired by the world around us. We have been dedicated to using applied science to improve the quality of life for over half a century. Committed to feed and food safety, Kemin maintains top-of-the-line manufacturing facilities where over 500 specialty ingredients are made for humans and animals in the global feed and food industries, as well as the health, nutrition, and textile markets. We provide product solutions and options to customers in more than 120 countries.

A privately held, family-owned and operated company, Kemin has more than 3,000 global employees including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, India, Italy, Singapore, South Africa and the United States.

Responsibilities:

• Setting up the QC laboratory equipment such as weighing balances by cross-checking with standard weights, calibration of pH meter and titration tools, etc.
• Preparation of lab reagents, buffer solutions, apparatus, tools and agar plates for microbial testing.
• Management of retention samples, production samples and in-coming raw materials for QC testing.
• Purchasing and inventory management of lab consumables.
• Perform quality control checks involving analytical lab testing, evaluation, interpretation and reporting of technical data. Approve and disapprove raw material and Finished Goods as per the defined specifications.
• Lab method validation, transfers, protocol harmonization and optimization from R&D to Production.
• Conduct timely analytical instrument calibration and preventive maintenance for the QC lab.
• Ensure real time documentation, maintain data integrity with appropriate traceability as per Kemin’s quality system.
• Work with all other functional teams and contribute to the overall success of Kemin
• Conduct internal audits and ensure adherence to ISO17025, ISO9001 and FAMI-QS requirements.
• Implement process monitoring using the Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques.
• Support technical requirements and enquiries from customers.
• To support QC Supervisor / QC Manager on ad hoc matters.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Food Science, Chemical Process Technology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry or related relevant working experience.
• At least 1 year of working experience in a laboratory.
• Experience using High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometer would be ideal.
• Knowledge of ISO17025, ISO9001, GMP and FAMI-QS would be an added advantage for consideration.
• A team player with a pro-active mindset.
• Good writing and communication skills.
• Analytical, observant and meticulous.
• Independent and thrive on challenges.
• Able to work rotating shifts and support overtime, including weekends.