Food Lab Assistant — QA Testing & Compliance

Mamee-Double Decker (M) Sdn Bhd; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mamee-Double Decker (M) Sdn Bhd is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support chemical laboratory operations and manufacturing line inspections in a food production environment. You will assist with preparation and testing of products to ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include chemical/physical testing, reagent preparation, instrument operation, data logging, GLP compliance, and maintaining lab cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Associate/Bachelor in Food Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field.
• Previous laboratory experience in a food or chemical lab is preferred.
• Basic understanding of food chemistry and laboratory safety.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations (HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000) is a plus.
• Comfortable handling chemicals and working in a food-grade environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in chemical and physical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished food products.
• Prepare reagents, solutions, and samples for routine analysis (e.g., pH, moisture, fat, oil content, PV).
• Operate and maintain basic laboratory instruments such as balances, pH meters, spectrophotometers, and titration systems.
• Record data accurately and maintain lab logs for QC processes.
• Follow GLP; clean and sanitize glassware and workspace; calibrate lab equipment as needed.
• Label, store, and track chemical reagents and food samples; adhere to HACCP and GMP protocols.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Food safety

Data entry

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma/Associate/Bachelor in Food Science or Chemistry

Tools

Balances

pH meters

Spectrophotometers

Titration systems

Job description

Mamee-Double Decker (M) Sdn Bhd is seeking a Laboratory Assistant to support chemical laboratory operations and manufacturing line inspections in a food production environment. You will assist with preparation and testing of products to ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include chemical/physical testing, reagent preparation, instrument operation, data logging, GLP compliance, and maintaining lab cleanliness.