Junior Laboratory & QC Technician (Start-up Pharma Plant)

Jobstreet Malaysia; Kuala Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical sector seeks a Junior Laboratory & QC Technician to support the commissioning of a new small-batch plant. This role offers fresh graduates a structured 6-month traineeship, with the potential for career progression into R&D and New Product Development. Ideal candidates will have a diploma or degree in a relevant field and some experience in quality control or laboratory work. This is an exciting opportunity to grow in a supportive, non-hierarchical work environment.

Benefits

Sponsored external training & certification

EPF, SOCSO, & annual leave

Qualifications

• ≥ 2 years’ QC/lab experience in pharma, medical device, food, or similar.
• Able to work rotating day shifts Monday–Friday.
• Experience with AAS and/or TOC analyser preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical & chemical tests on raw materials, in-process, and finished products.
• Conduct visual, sensory, and packaging inspections.
• Compile COAs and manage sample retention.

Skills

QC laboratory experience

Practical skills with AAS

Familiarity with ISO 13485

Education

Diploma/Degree in Chemistry

Diploma/Degree in Pharmaceutical Science

Diploma/Degree in Biotech

Tools

HPLC

TOC analyser

LIMS

Job description

Junior Laboratory & QC Technician (Start-up Pharma Plant)

Ground-floor opportunity—help commission Malaysia’s newest small-batch pharmaceutical facility and grow with us.

Supportive, non-hierarchical culture—flat structure, friendly teammates, and plenty of room for self-advocacy and self-management.

Structured development—fresh grads start on a 6-month traineeship; clear pathway to R&D and New Product Development roles.

Hands-on tech—daily use of AAS, TOC analysers, UV-Vis, pH/conductivity meters, and stability chambers.

Key Responsibilities

Perform physical & chemical tests on raw materials, in-process, finished-good, and stability samples using AAS, TOC, and other standard methods.

Conduct visual, sensory, and packaging inspections; report any non-conformances immediately to the QC Supervisor.

Prepare & standardize reagents; calibrate and maintain lab equipment in line with GMP/GLP.

Manage sample retention and chemical inventory; raise purchase requests before minimum stock levels are reached.

Compile COAs, SAP/LIMS data entries, and stability study reports for regulatory files.

Uphold 5S, safety, and good housekeeping practices; enforce PPE and chemical-handling rules at all times.

Support method validation, equipment qualification, and any ad hoc R&D or improvement projects.

What we’re looking for

Must-Have

Diploma/Degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, Biotech or related field

≥ 2 years’ QC/lab experience in pharma, medical device, food, or similar (fresh grads welcome via traineeship)

Able to work rotating day shifts Monday–Friday

Practical skills with AASand/orTOC analyser

Nice-to-Have

Experience with HPLC or microbiological testing

Familiarity with SAP or LIMS

Knowledge of ISO 13485 & PIC/S GMP

EPF, SOCSO, & annual leave

Non-hierarchical, friendly workplace—we champion self-advocacy, encourage self-managed work styles, and keep bureaucracy to a minimum

Sponsored external training & certification (e.g., AAS, TOC, GMP)

Ready to build something new?

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Short-listed candidates will be contacted within one week.

Join us and help shape the next generation of Malaysian pharmaceutical manufacturing!

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