Polymer Engineer: R&D, Quality & Process Optimization

The GMP Group; Iskandar Puteri; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The GMP Group in Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Malaysia, is seeking a Chemical Engineer to develop and optimize polymer formulations, perform testing, and provide technical support to production and quality teams.

You will analyze data, conduct experiments, and contribute to safety and regulatory compliance while staying current with polymer science advancements. A bachelor's degree is required, with 1–2 years' experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science or a related field.
• 1–2 years of relevant industrial or laboratory experience in polymers, adhesives, plastics, extrusion, coating, lamination or related fields is an advantage.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis and testing of polymer materials to ensure they meet required specifications and regulatory standards.
• Improve productivity data collection and management.
• Exploratory and investigative data analysis.
• Statistical analysis and interpretation reporting.
• Develop, test, and optimize polymer formulations for adhesives, plastic extrusion, and other applications.
• Conduct research and development to innovate new polymer products and improve existing ones.
• Identify, evaluate, and collaborate with potential suppliers of adhesives and polymer materials to ensure quality and performance standards are met.
• Provide technical support and expertise in polymer chemistry to other departments, including production, quality control, and sales.
• Review safety procedures related to chemical handling, storage, and disposal, and assess chemical hazards to recommend mitigations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Polymer testing equipment

Regulatory compliance software

Job description

The GMP Group in Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Malaysia, is seeking a Chemical Engineer to develop and optimize polymer formulations, perform testing, and provide technical support to production and quality teams.

You will analyze data, conduct experiments, and contribute to safety and regulatory compliance while staying current with polymer science advancements. A bachelor's degree is required, with 1–2 years' experience preferred.