Position Summary
The Lab Analyst will be working in the Analytical Service Laboratory in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 standards, plays a multifaceted role that encompasses precise chemical analysis, adherence to quality management systems, assist in the analytical method development, handling LIMS platform and active participation in production-related activities. This position is designed to contribute to the laboratory's commitment to ISO/IEC 17025 standards and involve in CAPA for sample analysis while also supporting production processes to meet organizational objectives.
Major Position Responsibilities
The Lab Analyst, will be responsible for maintaining compliance of laboratory activities with Employee Health and Safety (EHS) requirements which includes adhering to all quality and the laboratory's standard operating procedures, including those for calibration and maintenance of equipment and performing routine maintenance on laboratory equipment and instruments. The Lab Analyst works with minimum supervision and independently in the laboratory, plant and/or manufacturing area, he/she will also be able to coach and collaborate with junior staff including the production team or other teams in the organization when required. He/she is a team player that can work independently, organized, and possesses good analytical and communication skills. In addition, the Lab Analyst should implement continuous improvement initiatives and activities for the laboratory.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform daily analysis of internal and external samples including urgent analysis requirements to support plant product, IQC,Raw materials samples, onsite plant UPW monitoring.
- Perform analysis qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or chemical experiments in laboratories for quality or processcontrol or to develop new products or processes.
- Daily calibration/standard preparation, analytical instrument tuning and performance monitoring, performmaintenance/troubleshooting when necessary and keep track on the parts/consumables.
- Data key in LIMS, make calculations and interpret test results to determine if process changes are needed.
- Chemical inventory and waste disposal management.
- Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, such as spectrophotometers, chromatographs, and flameionization detectors.
- Clearly labelling of all chemicals for storage and disposal of chemicals in a safe and responsible manner.
- Keep accurate and up-to-date records of all calibrations and maintenance.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Lab Manager.
Education Background and Experience
- Min. Diploma in Chemistry or chemical-related discipline
- 3-4 years of experience in the chemical manufacturing industry.
- Possess knowledge and experience in 1- 2 years ICPMS/OES.
- Possess some experience supervisory skills or competency in ISO/IEC 17025
- Experience in writing SOP.
- Possess skills in method validation.
- Gas Chromatography FID detector skills will be an added advantage.
- Must have experience in analytical laboratory setting.
Other information:
- Able to differentiate colors for work purposes
- Able to handle acid/base chemicals and solvent for work purposes
- Clean room and non-clean room area in laboratory.
- Protective clothing, such as gloves, aprons, and safety glasses, are worn usually while working in a chemical laboratory.
- May need to enter plant or manufacturing area for Online measurement Ultra-pure water monitoring and retain sample storage area.
- Working overtime when required
