Test Operator

Dyson GmbH; Hinoba-an; Hybrid; PHP 223,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

Dyson GmbH seeks a Lab Senior Operator to support test lab activities, coordinate testing and inspections, train operators, and manage man-days, samples, and PPE. The role involves basic troubleshooting, equipment upkeep, and strict adherence to SOPs and safety protocols in a fast-paced lab environment.

The successful candidate will handle data management, reporting, and cross-project manpower allocations while ensuring 5S standards and safe operations in shift rotations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Candidates with a minimum of 2 years of working experience in a similar lab environment.
• Basic proficiency in handling tools, computers, and light soldering.
• Understanding of chemical handling safety protocols and PPE usage.
• Ability to maintain inventory, support housekeeping, and follow 5S principles.

Responsibilities

• Testing and inspection coordination, monitoring testing procedures and reporting test status.
• Provide operator training and manage manpower allocations, rotations, attendance, and support schedules.
• Record man-days usage and total for cross-charging across projects.
• Manage sample inventory, registration, organization, and disposals; monitor PPE and consumables.
• Perform first-level troubleshooting on lab equipment and test rigs; coordinate maintenance with technicians.
• Ensure safety and compliance by auditing SOPs and 5S practices; monitor lab hazards.
• Verify test data and compile reports to relevant technical teams.

Skills

English language

Bahasa Malaysia

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certificate in laboratory operations or related field

Tools

Lab equipment handling

Job description

The lab senior operator is responsible for supporting laboratory activities, conduct testing, including, operator attendance and allocation, sample collection, registration and maintain reliable test record. The role involves assisting in various lab operation, following safety protocols, and ensuring the smooth execution of daily task while adhering to Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and Risk assessment (RA).

About Us

Dyson is a global technology enterprise. We solve the problems others choose to ignore, with surprising new inventions that defy convention and simply work better. We’re growing fast and our ambition is huge - more categories, more locations, and more people.

About The Role

To support the Test Lab tasks and activity, which shall include, but not by way of limitation, on the following:

• Testing and Inspection Coordination:

Monitor and execute testing procedures, including specialized tests using automated systems and manual setups. Conduct detailed inspections and track testing outcomes, failures, and safety risks. Provide timely updates and reports on test status, data logging, and first layer troubleshooting.

• Operator Support and Training:

Train new operators using training methods in the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), including buddy systems and guidance for test setups and compliance. Plan and manage manpower allocations, operator rotations, attendance tracking, and operator support schedules.

• Man-days Recording and Reporting:

Record man-days usage daily by documenting how operator time is distributed across multiple projects. Compile and total man-days at the end of the reporting cycle (cut-off period) to facilitate cross-charging to respective projects.

• Sample and Consumable Management:

Manage sample inventory, registration, organization, and disposals. Track, restock, and monitor consumables and personal protection equipment (PPE) required for testing and day-to-day lab operations.

• Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting:

Perform first-level troubleshooting on lab equipment and test rigs. Ensure equipment maintenance, including preventive measures and modifications, with technician supervision when required.

• Safety and Compliance Monitoring:

Conduct process audits and ensure operator adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), test requirements, and lab 5S practices.

• Data Management and Reporting:

Verify test data and results, including extraction, compilation, and reporting to relevant technical teams.

About You

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; certification or coursework in laboratory operations, engineering, or a related field is a plus.
• Candidates with minimum of 2 year(s) of working experience or in similar lab environment.
• Basic proficiency in handling tools, computers, and light soldering; familiarity with lab equipment and testing procedures is preferred.
• Understanding of chemical handling safety protocols and PPE usage; adherence to lab safety and hazard control guidelines.
• Ability to maintain inventory, support housekeeping, and follow 5S principles to ensure an orderly lab environment.
• Quick learner who adapts to new concepts and demonstrates efficiency in completing tasks under guidance from technicians or engineers.
• Able to work in shift rotation if called for.
• Good command of English & Bahasa Malaysia
• Excellent personality and open to positive criticism.
• Consistently putting effort to maintain and further improve current system or process.
• Able to maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during work.
• Capable of working under pressure, commit to tight deadlines.

Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.