Food Quality Lab Executive – COA & Compliance

Malayan Flour Mills Berhad; Pasir Gudang; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Malayan Flour Mills Berhad (MFM) invites applications for a Laboratory Analyst to perform extensive lab testing on flour, by-products, and raw materials in line with specifications and regulatory standards.

The role emphasizes microbiological, mycotoxin, quality, and pest testing, data analysis, and timely reporting to management. Fresh graduates are welcome; 1–2 years in similar environments is advantageous. Proficiency in Excel and English communication is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related discipline is required.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• 1–2 years in laboratory, quality assurance, or food manufacturing is advantageous.
• Knowledge of HACCP, FSSC 22000, HALAL, or ISO standards is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Good communication skills in English and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing on flour, wholemeal, by-products, wheat, additives, and other raw materials in accordance with the testing plan, product specifications, customer requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Conduct microbiological, mycotoxin, quality, and pest control testing to ensure product safety, quality, and proper wheat storage conditions.
• Analyze laboratory results and provide timely, accurate feedback to management and relevant departments to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Issue Certificates of Analysis (COA) accurately and promptly, ensuring test results properly represent product quality and performance.
• Raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) for non-compliant products and follow up on corrective and preventive actions until effective closure.
• Ensure the accuracy and reliability of laboratory results through proper calibration, verification, and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by monitoring customer requirements, benchmarking competitors, and evaluating wheat and flour performance.
• Act as a backup for flour formulation management, including maintaining formulation records and updating relevant systems and documentation.
• Support compliance with FSSC 22000, HACCP, HALAL, SIRIM, customer requirements, and applicable regulatory standards, including participation in internal audits.
• Maintain confidentiality of company information and perform any other duties assigned by management from time to time.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Reporting

English communication

Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, or a related discipline

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Malayan Flour Mills Berhad (MFM) invites applications for a Laboratory Analyst to perform extensive lab testing on flour, by-products, and raw materials in line with specifications and regulatory standards.

The role emphasizes microbiological, mycotoxin, quality, and pest testing, data analysis, and timely reporting to management. Fresh graduates are welcome; 1–2 years in similar environments is advantageous. Proficiency in Excel and English communication is required.