Senior Chemist: Quality Systems & Lab Leader

Sternmaid Asia Pacific Sdn Bhd; Iskandar Puteri; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SternMaid Asia Pacific Sdn Bhd seeks a skilled laboratory professional to lead method validation, verification and enhancement, while guiding ICP-OES and HPLC operation and troubleshooting. You will review testing across raw materials, in-process and finished products to ensure accuracy and timely release.

Role requires at least 5 years’ ISO 17025 experience, with strong GLP, QA/QC and food safety system knowledge. Multicultural teamwork and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in ISO 17025 management.
• Experience in laboratory testing, QA/QC and regulatory compliance.
• Hands-on with ICP-OES and HPLC instruments; troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead method validation, verification and improvement activities.
• Provide guidance on ICP-OES and HPLC operation and troubleshooting.
• Review laboratory testing of raw materials, in-process and finished products.
• Ensure GLP compliance and maintain lab safety standards.
• Monitor instrument calibration, maintenance and external testing coordination.
• Develop procedures and support quality and food safety systems (FSSC 22000, HACCP, Halal, Non-GMO).
• Prepare monthly lab reports and support internal/customer audits.
• Supervise and train lab staff; drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical method validation

ICP-OES operation

HPLC operation

GLP compliance

ISO 17025

Laboratory coordination

Education

Degree in chemistry or related

Registered Chemist

Tools

ICP-OES

HPLC instruments

Laboratory software

Job description

SternMaid Asia Pacific Sdn Bhd seeks a skilled laboratory professional to lead method validation, verification and enhancement, while guiding ICP-OES and HPLC operation and troubleshooting. You will review testing across raw materials, in-process and finished products to ensure accuracy and timely release.

Role requires at least 5 years’ ISO 17025 experience, with strong GLP, QA/QC and food safety system knowledge. Multicultural teamwork and leadership are essential.