Lab Analyst

5G-Starlink Pte.; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading lubricants manufacturer in Malacca is seeking a Laboratory Technician to conduct sampling and testing of lubricants. Responsibilities include interpreting test data, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 certification, and collaborating with production staff. Candidates who are fresh graduates or possess 1-2 years of relevant experience are encouraged to apply. The role requires clear communication and a willingness to learn in a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Fresh experience or 1-2 years of relevant working experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly.
• Willingness to work hard and open to learning.

Responsibilities

• Sampling and laboratory testing of lubricants raw materials and finished products.
• Interpret test data and certify products for sale.
• Comply with ISO 9001 quality standards.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Communication

Safety regulations compliance

Job description

• Sampling and laboratory testing of lubricants raw materials and finished products
• Adjust Bills of Material as required by changes in base oil physical and chemical properties.
• Interpretation of test data to determine if products meet specification and certifying products for sale to end customers.
• Participate in the quarterly Lubricants Laboratory Correlation Scheme (LLCS).
• Work with the Laboratory Supervisor to optimize Product Treat Costs.
• To carry out the full inspection and testing of base oils and bulk additives arrival by ocean tankers before and after discharging.
• To carry out the full inspection and testing to verify additives purchased in drums/pails meet Shell specifications and is fit for use in blending.
• To carry out inspection and testing on all blends produced ensuring products are on-specification before filling.
• To carry out inspection and testing on filled products to ensure there is no contamination during filling operations and products released are on-specification.
• To liaise with Production Supervisors, Blending & Filling Operators on any quality deviations observed and the necessary actions to be taken.
• Support E2E packing trial testing and new product introduction with guide from E2E Quality Supervisor/Quality Manager.
• Strict execution and compliance of all the requirements of certified quality standards i.e. ISO 9001 in order to sustain continuous certification by SIRIM.
• To calculate corrective measures to bring off-specification blends to specification. Also investigate and identifies causes of off-spec blends and fills.
• To conduct trial blends to optimize and establish new formulations for grades with change of additives version and as and when required.
• Maintain good housekeeping and ensure that all safety regulations in the Lab are strictly followed.
• To observe and in compliance with Shells HSSE regulations, ensure and practice good housekeeping and safe operations.
• To carry out proper disposal of all laboratory generated chemical wastes and retained samples.
• Implement the HSSE Plans, Policies, Standards and Procedures according to the HSSE-MS.
• Ensure risks of HSSE related activities are reduced to ALARP (As low as reasonably practicable).
• Ensure assets are safe guarded and controls are in place for people to operate safely.
• Provide adequate training for staff to develop competence.
• Ensure compliance to HSSE-MS.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Fresh experience or with working experience of 1 - 2 years in the relevant field are welcome to apply
• Able to communicate clearly
• Willing to work hard and open to learning and developing