Laboratory Assistant

Emerging Business Solutions; Tagoloan; On-site; PHP 134,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerging Business Solutions is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for our manufacturing plant in the Philippines. The role involves supporting routine physical and chemical tests on raw materials, work-in-process materials, and finished activated carbon products.

You will prepare samples, run tests, record results, and help maintain safety and quality standards. This in-person position offers opportunities for pay raise and promotion to permanent status.

Qualifications

• BS Chemistry, BS Chemical Technology, BS Chemical Engineering, BS Industrial Chemistry or related science course.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• Experience in laboratory testing, quality control, or manufacturing operations is a plus.
• Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures, chemical handling, and laboratory safety.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment and testing instruments is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Collect, label, prepare, and handle samples of raw materials, work-in-process materials, and finished activated carbon.
• Conduct routine laboratory tests under supervision.
• Test product quality parameters such as moisture, pH, ash, particle size, and related properties.
• Prepare laboratory solutions, reagents, and testing materials following procedures.
• Operate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment and testing instruments.
• Record laboratory test results accurately and maintain documentation.
• Handle, store, and dispose of laboratory chemicals, samples, and waste properly.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety in the laboratory.
• Report unusual results, equipment malfunctions, and safety concerns to supervisor.
• Monitor product quality and ensure compliance with procedures and standards.
• Perform other laboratory-related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

SOP compliance

Documentation

Laboratory safety

Education

BS Chemistry

BS Chemical Technology

BS Chemical Engineering

BS Industrial Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the role

The Laboratory Assistant supports the laboratory team in conducting routine physical and chemical tests on raw materials, work-in-process materials, and finished activated carbon products. The role ensures accurate sample preparation, testing, documentation, and laboratory equipment maintenance to support quality control and production standards. This is an in-person position in a manufacturing plant environment. The role offers opportunities for a pay raise and promotion to permanent employee.

Key responsibilities

• Collect, label, prepare, and handle samples of raw materials, work-in-process products, and finished activated carbon.

• Conduct routine laboratory tests under the supervision of the Laboratory Analyst or Chemist.

• Test product quality parameters, including moisture content, pH level, ash content, particle size, and other relevant physical and chemical properties.

• Prepare laboratory solutions, reagents, and testing materials according to established procedures.

• Operate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment and testing instruments.

• Accurately record laboratory test results and maintain testing records and documentation.

• Handle, store, and dispose of laboratory chemicals, samples, and waste materials properly.

• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety within the laboratory.

• Report unusual test results, equipment malfunctions, and laboratory safety concerns to the immediate supervisor.

• Monitor product quality and support compliance with established laboratory procedures and quality standards.

• Perform other laboratory-related duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.

What we're looking for

• A graduate of BS Chemistry, BS Chemical Technology, BS Chemical Engineering, BS Industrial Chemistry, or another related science course.

• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

• Preferably with experience in laboratory testing, quality control, or manufacturing operations.

• Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures, chemical handling, and laboratory safety.

• Familiarity with laboratory equipment and testing instruments is an advantage.

• Basic computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel and documentation.

• Strong attention to detail, organization, responsibility, and the ability to follow standard operating procedures.

• Skills in laboratory sample preparation and analysis, basic chemical and physical testing, data recording, documentation, equipment handling, and maintenance.

• Awareness of quality control requirements and occupational health and safety compliance.