QA Laboratory Analyst

Emperador Distillers, Inc. (EDI); Santa Rosa; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

Emperador Distillers, Inc. (EDI) seeks a QA Laboratory Analyst to manage laboratory operations, sample handling, data integrity, and equipment maintenance in line with quality and food safety standards. Fresh graduates are welcome.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and a licensed Chemist status, with analytical and communication skills to support investigations and cross-functional teams. Join a dynamic QA environment focused on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field.
• Licensed Chemist status required or eligible.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• Laboratory, quality assurance, or analytical testing experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of laboratory testing, sampling, and analytical techniques.
• Proficiency in operating, calibrating, and maintaining laboratory equipment.
• Competence in Microsoft Office and lab documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and traceability.
• Effective communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Conducts sampling, testing, and analytical evaluations in accordance with approved laboratory procedures.
• Prepares, labels, stores, and manages samples to ensure proper handling and traceability.
• Reviews test results and reports deviations, non-conformances, or unusual findings in a timely manner.
• Maintains accurate laboratory records and ensures data integrity across all documentation systems.
• Operates, calibrates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Monitors laboratory supplies and coordinates inventory requirements for uninterrupted operations.
• Ensures proper handling, control, and disposal of laboratory materials and waste.
• Participates in investigations, corrective and preventive actions, proficiency testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborates with relevant stakeholders to communicate laboratory findings and support quality objectives.
• Prepares and submits required laboratory reports and documentation.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Data accuracy

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Licensed Chemist

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the role

QA Laboratory Analyst is responsible for laboratory operations, sample and data management, equipment maintenance, deviation reporting, and support of corrective and preventive actions in compliance with applicable quality and food safety requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Conducts sampling, testing, and analytical evaluations in accordance with approved laboratory procedures.

• Prepares, labels, stores, and manages samples to ensure proper handling and traceability.

• Reviews test results and reports deviations, non-conformances, or unusual findings in a timely manner.

• Maintains accurate laboratory records and ensures data integrity across all documentation systems.

• Operates, calibrates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instruments and equipment.

• Monitors laboratory supplies and coordinates inventory requirements for uninterrupted operations.

• Ensures proper handling, control, and disposal of laboratory materials and waste.

• Participates in investigations, corrective and preventive actions, proficiency testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Collaborates with relevant stakeholders to communicate laboratory findings and support quality objectives.

• Prepares and submits required laboratory reports and documentation.

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field.

• Licensed Chemist

• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

• Laboratory, quality assurance, or analytical testing experience is an advantage.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of laboratory testing, sampling, and analytical techniques.

• Proficiency in operating, calibrating, and maintaining laboratory equipment.

• Competence in Microsoft Office applications and laboratory documentation.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and traceability.

• Effective communication and reporting skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.