Research Assistant Technician

The Hershey Company; Johor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading confectionery manufacturer in Johor, Malaysia is seeking a professional to support product innovation in a lab environment. Key responsibilities include weighing ingredients, assisting with pilot plant trials, and ensuring lab maintenance. Candidates should have a GED or High School Diploma, with 0-2 years of experience in food processing preferred. Strong mathematical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Word and Excel are essential. This role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work effectively in a team.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years related experience in food processing is preferred.
• Basic understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices is needed.
• Capable of working in a dynamic team environment.

Responsibilities

• Weigh and batch ingredients for bench-top and pilot plant runs.
• Operate a variety of standard testing and process equipment.
• Maintain clean and orderly lab area.

Skills

Good mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Excellent Organizational skills

Comfortable operating lab and pilot plant equipment

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Summary of major duties

Project Support

• Weigh and batch ingredients for bench-top and pilot plant runs
• Prepare bench-top formulations of new product innovations
• Support pilot plan trials and prototype production including set-up and clean-up
• Coordinate procurement, receipt, and storage of ingredients
• Coordinate shelf-life testing studies
• Input lot tracking information
• Perform basic analytical tests

Equipment Operation

• Learn and operate a variety of standard testing and process equipment.
• Ensure timely calibaration of lab instruments

Lab Maintenance

• Maintain inventory of supplies and restock as necessary.
• Ensure that needed lab equipment is available and functional.
• Maintain clean and orderly lab area.
• Procure basic ingredients as needed

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• GED or High School Diploma required with 0-2 years related experience.
• Experience in food processing is preferred.
• Good mathematical skills
• Basic understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices
• Working knowledge of Word and Excel
• Comfortable operating lab, pilot plant and small production equipment
• Capable of working in a team environment and independently in a flexible work environment with dynamic priorities
• Demonstrated ability of a basic working technical knowledge
• Attention to detail
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Excellent Organizational skills