Chemist

SUKA CHEMICALS (M) SDN BHD; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Suka Chemicals is seeking a dedicated Chemist to support laboratory testing, product evaluation, and technical services to ensure product quality and performance meet customer requirements. You will handle testing across coatings, inks, rubber, plastics, and related sectors, while maintaining safety and 5S standards.

The role requires a chemistry-related degree, strong reporting skills, and the ability to work both independently and in teams.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related field.
• Good command of Bahasa Malaysia and English (Mandarin is a plus).
• Fresh graduates encouraged; relevant lab experience is an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory testing methods, chemical handling, safety, and properties.
• Familiarity with lab equipment, testing procedures and technical reporting.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel and Word).
• Willing to learn new testing methods and product applications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory testing and evaluation of industrial chemical products across market segments.
• Conduct joint product testing with customers/principals and prepare technical test reports.
• Conduct analytical and comparative testing of competitors' products to evaluate performance.
• Support daily laboratory operations: inventory management, equipment, consumables, and housekeeping.
• Ensure proper chemical handling, storage, safety, waste management, and 5S practices.
• Assist in lab equipment maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and improvements.
• Coordinate, monitor, and track sample requests from suppliers and ensure timely follow-up.
• Provide monthly updates and reports on laboratory testing activities and results.
• Carry out programmes, projects, assignments, or other duties as assigned.

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field

Bahasa Malaysia

English

Mandarin

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Suka Chemicals is involved in the distribution and supply of specialty and industrial chemicals, serving a wide range of industries, including Coatings, Ink, Rubber, Plastic, Construction Chemicals, Home Care, and Adhesives. The Company works closely with its principals and customers to provide suitable chemical solutions, technical support, and product expertise to meet various industrial and application requirements.

We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Chemist to join our team and support laboratory testing, product evaluation, and technical services to ensure product quality and performance meet customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

To conduct laboratory testing and evaluation of industrial chemical products offered by the Company across various market segments, including Coatings, Ink, Rubber, Plastic, Construction Chemicals, Home Care, and Adhesives.

To conduct joint product testing with customers and/or principals to achieve the desired technical results, including the preparation of technical test reports.

To conduct analytical and comparative testing of competitors’ products to evaluate product performance and enhance technical understanding of competing products.

To support daily laboratory operations, including chemical inventory management, laboratory equipment, consumables, and housekeeping.

To ensure proper chemical handling, storage, laboratory safety, waste management, and 5S practices are maintained at all times in accordance with Company policies and applicable safety requirements.

To assist in laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and improvement activities to ensure reliable and accurate test results.

To coordinate, monitor, and track the progress of sample requests from suppliers and ensure timely follow-up.

To provide monthly updates and reports on laboratory testing activities, including the status and results of tests involving suppliers and customers.

To carry out any programmes, projects, assignments, or other duties as may be assigned by the Company from time to time.

Required Qualifications

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.

Good command of Bahasa Malaysia and English (Mandrin is an added advantage).

Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply. Candidates with relevant laboratory experience in chemical testing, product evaluation, or industrial chemical applications will have an added advantage.

Basic knowledge of laboratory testing methods, chemical handling, laboratory safety, and chemical properties.

Familiarity with laboratory equipment, testing procedures, and technical report preparation.

Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Proactive, responsible, organised, and willing to learn new testing methods and product applications.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word, for data analysis and technical reporting.

Willing to participate in joint product testing and provide technical support to customers and principals when required.