QA Lab Technician

Kerry; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerry is hiring a QA Lab Technician at Work Location Pasir Gudang 2, Johor, to ensure products meet quality and food safety standards through in-process and finished product testing.

You will support GLP, GMP, HACCP, and related systems, calibrate equipment, prepare reagents, maintain records, and train new QA personnel. Shift rotations and overtime may apply in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum SPM qualification or higher; Diploma adds advantage.
• Basic hands-on lab equipment experience.
• Familiarity with GLP practices.
• Knowledge of HACCP/GMP/ISO/FSSC 22000 is a plus.
• Good documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under production timelines.
• Willing to work shifts and overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and finished product testing per SOP.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and 5S.
• Calibrate laboratory measuring equipment per schedule.
• Prepare standard test solutions and reagents.
• Prepare samples for pre-shipment requirements and external testing.
• Maintain accurate records and inventory of laboratory supplies.
• Assist in training new QA personnel.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Laboratory knowledge

GLP

Food safety systems

Documentation

Attention to detail

Shift work

Education

Minimum SPM qualification

Diploma or higher (advantage)

Job description

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

Work Location Pasir Gudang 2, Johor

Reporting To QA Officer

Working hours 8.00AM – 8.00PM, 8.00PM – 8.00AM

QA Lab Technician performs in-process and finished product testing to ensure products meet established quality and food safety standards.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring compliance with GLP, GMP, HACCP, FSSC, and Halal standards and requirements.
• Conduct physical, chemical, and/or microbiological testing of incoming materials, in-process materials, and finished products in accordance with established SOPs and work instructions (WI).
• Ensure all QA findings and results are accurately recorded in the relevant forms and checklists.
• Ensure raw material and finished product quality meet established specifications.
• Communicate any food safety (FS) or quality assurance (QA) issues, abnormalities, or non-conformances to the immediate superior promptly.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization through good housekeeping and 5S practices.
• Calibrate laboratory measuring equipment according to the established calibration schedule.
• Prepare standard test solutions and reagents for laboratory testing.
• Prepare samples for pre-shipment requirements, regulatory submissions, and external testing.
• Ensure retained samples are stored and maintained according to established requirements.
• Assist in training new QA personnel.
• Prepare daily reports and maintain accurate records and inventory of laboratory supplies.
• Perform other duties and assignments as directed by the superior from time to time.
• Adhere to professional ethics and comply with the Company's Policy Regarding Interpersonal Relationships and Fraternization.

Qualifications and skills

• Minimum SPM qualification or equivalent; Diploma or higher qualifications are an added advantage.
• Basic hands-on knowledge of laboratory equipment, apparatus, and testing techniques.
• Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Knowledge of food safety systems such as HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000, or FSSC 22000 is an advantage.
• Good documentation, reporting, and record-keeping skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively under production timelines.
• Willing and able to work shifts and overtime when required.