Technical Assistant (Polymers)

Wacker Group; Tangerang; On-site; IDR 66,960,000 - 100,440,000; Full time

Job summary

WACKER Indonesia in Tangerang is seeking a Technical Assistant (Polymers) to support testing of adhesives, coatings, and related applications, and to help implement new test methods while assisting in sourcing raw materials and equipment. The role emphasizes troubleshooting customer problems and maintaining smooth laboratory operations.

You will help manage inventory, document results, ensure safety compliance, and support formulation development and customer projects within an international,

Qualifications

• BSc in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Polymer Science, or related field.
• Fresh graduates or candidates with up to 3 years of relevant experience encouraged.
• Exposure to adhesives, sealants, or coating systems is advantageous.
• Good command of English and ability to communicate technical information.
• Able to work in an international, matrix organization.
• Well-organized, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety practices and Microsoft Office applications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support testing of adhesives, coatings, and related applications; implement new test methods.
• Assist in sourcing raw materials/equipment and troubleshooting customer problems.
• Maintain day-to-day laboratory operations, inventory management, and documentation control.
• Support formulation development, testing, and customer-related projects.
• Assist in implementing WACKER EH&S standards and local regulations.
• Ensure lab is clean, safe, and compliant with SOPs; update SOPs as needed.
• Support packing, shipment of samples and prototypes for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Lab testing

English communication

Independent worker

Safety awareness

Education

BSc in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Polymer Science, or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Laboratory equipment calibration

Job description

Job Title: Technical Assistant (Polymers)

Job Location (Short): Tangerang, IDN, 400 063

Posting Start Date: 9/18/26

Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.

To strengthen our Polymers (Consumer & Industrial) team, we are looking for a Technical Assistant based in Indonesia.

Role Purpose

The Technical Assistant will actively support the Assistant Technical Service Manager in testing Adhesives, Coating and any other related applications, implementing new test methods, sourcing raw materials/equipment, and supporting troubleshooting customer problems.

The role is also responsible for ensuring smooth day-to-day laboratory operations, inventory management, sample handling, documentation control, laboratory safety compliance, and support for formulation development, testing, and customer-related projects.The Technical Assistant will also assist the Assistant Technical Service Manager in implementing WACKER and local (Singapore) Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) standards and legislation.

Job Scope

• Perform day-to-day laboratory testing and analysis according to international and defined standards; interpret, document results with high accuracy, report and present laboratory test results as outlined
• Maintain stock levels of all raw materials and dispose of expired materials.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and in good condition and is calibrated according to standards and SOP.
• Support the Assistant Technical Service Manager to ensure the lab is operated in line with WACKER quality standards and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP); develop and update SOP’s whenever necessary.
• Support the preparation, packing, and shipment of samples and prototypes for internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform other laboratory support duties as assigned by the Technical Service team.
• Ensure the lab is clean and tidy and take own initiative to clear any non-conformance.

Job Requirements

• BSc in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Polymer Science, or a related engineering/science discipline.
• Fresh graduates or candidates with up to 3 years of relevant experience are encouraged to apply
• Exposure (through academic projects, internships, or work experience) to the formulation, testing, or application of adhesives, sealants, and coating systems is an advantage
• Good command of English, with the ability to communicate and present technical information effectively
• Comfortable working in an international and matrix organization
• Well-organized, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety practices and Microsoft Office applications is preferred

What do we offer?

• - Global Leading Authority of Silicones
• - High Growth Industry
• - Strong Teamwork, Collaborative & Dynamic Culture
• - Versatile development opportunities: Support for professional development and internal international job exchange
• - Other benefits: Employee assistance program (EAP) provides mental health support to work/life services for employees and their families, flexible health benefits... and much more

As an international company, we welcome the diversity of people. We consciously promote equal opportunities and a diverse, inclusive culture in our teams - this is what makes us successful.