Process Engineer Senior Executive (Preferred Mandarin Speaker)

Elite Beauty Asia; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading personal care company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to support the design and optimization of manufacturing processes for personal care formulations. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, 2-3 years of relevant experience, and a strong foundation in formulation principles. This role requires collaboration with R&D and production teams, a problem-solving mindset, and communication skills in multiple languages including Mandarin. Join a forward-thinking team focused on shaping the future of cosmetics.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Support for continuous learning

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in process development within the FMCG/personal care industry.
• Basic knowledge of formulation science and raw-material functionality.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Translate lab formulations into scalable production processes.
• Conduct pilot trials and ensure consistent quality.
• Support manufacturing issues related to mixing and filling.

Skills

Adaptability

Problem Solving Skills

Teamwork Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or related discipline

Job description

Process Engineer Senior Executive (Preferred Mandarin Speaker)

Elite Beauty Asia – Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur

As a Process Engineer (R&D), you will be responsible for supporting design, scale‑up and optimization of manufacturing processes for personal care, baby care, and skincare formulations. You will work closely with R&D chemists, production and quality teams to ensure smooth transfer of laboratory formulations into efficient, high‑quality and cost‑effective large scale production processes.

A solid understanding of formulation principles and raw material functionality is essential to ensure smooth process transfer, batch consistency, and continuous improvement. This role is ideal for process engineers with a technical background who enjoy hands‑on problem‑solving in a fast‑paced, innovation‑driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Development & Scale Up
  • Translate lab formulations into scalable production processes with robust process parameters (mixing order, time, shear, temperature, viscosity control, etc.).
  • Conduct pilot trials and factory‑scale validation runs to ensure consistent quality and performance.
  • Analyze production challenges, recommend corrective actions, and refine process steps for improved yield and stability.
• Formulation & Raw Material Understanding
  • Collaborate with R&D chemists to understand formulation intent, ingredient functionality, and processing sensitivity.
  • Apply formulation knowledge (emulsifiers, thickeners, surfactants, humectants, actives) to determine optimal mixing and heating methods.
• Production & Process Optimization
  • Support day‑to‑day manufacturing issues related to mixing, filling, and product consistency.
  • Recommend process improvements to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and minimize downtime.
  • Collaborate with Production Engineering and Maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and parameter accuracy.
• Documentation & Compliance
  • Prepare and maintain detailed SOPs, manufacturing procedures, and production validation reports.
  • Ensure compliance with GMP, ISO standards, and company quality policies.
  • Maintain technical documentation for audits, regulatory submissions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration
  • Collaborate with chemists, QA/QC, production teams to ensure successful product scale‑up and commercialization.
  • Provide technical training and guidance to operators and line leaders to ensure adherence to process parameters.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Educational Background – Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Process Engineering, or related discipline.
• Industry Experience – 2–3 years of experience in process development, manufacturing, or R&D within FMCG / personal care / cosmetics / consumer goods industry.
• Formulation Understanding – Basic knowledge of formulation science and raw‑material functionality; understand how ingredients behave and interact to refine manufacturing processes.
• Adaptability – Capable of performing under pressure and in a fast‑paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Problem Solving Skills – Strong engineering analytical and root‑cause problem‑solving.
• Organizational Skills – Strong organizational and planning abilities, independent thinking and attention to detail, high energy and self‑motivated attitude.
• Teamwork Skills – Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and at all organizational levels.
• Location Requirement – Willing to be based in Hanoi, Vietnam occasionally for on‑job training.
• Language Skills – Good verbal and written communication skills in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Chinese.

Why Join Us?

Be a part of a forward‑thinking, innovative R&D team focused on high‑impact formulations.

Work on exciting projects that shape the future of the cosmetics industry.

Enjoy a collaborative work environment that supports continuous learning and professional growth.