R&D Chemist

Y&J Industries Sdn Bhd; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Y&J Industries Sdn Bhd is seeking a chemist/research technician to assist in developing and improving dry-mix construction materials and related products. The role includes conducting laboratory testing, formulation trials, and evaluating raw materials to boost performance and cost efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a diploma or degree in chemistry or a related field, hands-on lab experience, and the ability to collaborate with production and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science or related discipline.
• Experience in R&D, QC, laboratory, manufacturing, construction materials, coatings or adhesives will be an added advantage.
• Hands-on, responsible and willing to learn.
• Able to work effectively with different teams.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia and English. Willing to travel when required.
• Possess own transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and improvement of dry-mix construction materials and related products.
• Conduct laboratory testing, formulation trials and product evaluation.
• Evaluate raw materials and support product performance and cost improvement.
• Monitor product quality and assist in troubleshooting technical or production issues.
• Maintain proper laboratory, formulation and testing records.
• Support product testing, technical documentation and certification activities when required.
• Work closely with Production, suppliers and management on technical matters and product improvement.
• Ensure proper operation, maintenance and safety of laboratory equipment.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to learn, grow and develop together with the company.
• Perform other related technical duties as assigned from time to time.

Skills

R&D

Laboratory testing

Teamwork

MS Office

Bahasa Malaysia & English

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Assist in the development and improvement of dry-mix construction materials and related products.

Conduct laboratory testing, formulation trials and product evaluation.

Evaluate raw materials and support product performance and cost improvement.

Monitor product quality and assist in troubleshooting technical or production issues.

Maintain proper laboratory, formulation and testing records.

Support product testing, technical documentation and certification activities when required.

Work closely with Production, suppliers and management on technical matters and product improvement.

Ensure proper operation, maintenance and safety of laboratory equipment.

Demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to learn, grow and develop together with the company.

Perform other related technical duties as assigned from time to time.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and improvement of dry-mix construction materials and related products.
• Conduct laboratory testing, formulation trials and product evaluation.
• Evaluate raw materials and support product performance and cost improvement.
• Monitor product quality and assist in troubleshooting technical or production issues.
• Maintain proper laboratory, formulation and testing records.
• Support product testing, technical documentation and certification activities when required.
• Work closely with Production, suppliers and management on technical matters and product improvement.
• Ensure proper operation, maintenance and safety of laboratory equipment.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to learn, grow and develop together with the company.
• Perform other related technical duties as assigned from time to time.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science or a related discipline.

• Experience in R&D, QC, laboratory, manufacturing, construction materials, coatings or adhesives will be an added advantage.
• Hands-on, responsible and willing to learn.
• Able to work effectively with different teams.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia and English. Willing to travel when required.
• Possess own transportation.