Chemical Operator, Malaysia Foreign Worker Elevated Temperature Process

MICHELMAN ASIA-PACIFIC PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Michelman Asia-Pacific PTE LTD is seeking a Chemical Operator, ETP for our Singapore production facility. This on-site role requires operating reactors, emulsions equipment, and related processes to manufacture emulsions, reactor batches, pilot batches, and cold-blend products.

The operator will perform quality control testing, packaging for shipment, and maintain documentation while adhering to 6S and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• ITE/ Diploma level required.
• Experience with chemical manufacturing equipment preferred.
• Strong English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with Shift Team Leaders and Production Manager regarding safety, production, quality, or any other operational issue.
• Manufacture batches following safety, quality, and efficiency standards by work orders and directions.
• Safely operate reactors, emulsions kettles, Cowles mixers, homogenizers, heat exchangers, pumps, filtration devices, packing stations, forklifts, and related equipment.
• Ensure proper packaging of finished goods into pails, drums or totes as required.
• Monitor wastewater treatment, soft water process and boiler operation when necessary.
• Monitor PCS7 automation system for process alarms and take action to mitigate alarms.

Skills

Basic math

SCADA knowledge

DCS knowledge

Teamwork

English communication

Education

ITE/Diploma level

Tools

SCADA systems

DCS systems

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on November 5, 2026

Locations

• 2A Tuas Avenue 12
• Singapore, SING 639023, SGP
• On-site
• Production
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: CHEMI001798

Description

General Summary

Currently, we have a great opportunity available for an Chemical Operator, ETP to join our Production Team/Group/Dept. This position will be located in our Singapore branch and will report directly to the Production Engineer. The ETP operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating all equipment necessary to manufacture atmospheric emulsions, reactor batches, pilot batches, and cold-blend products. This position is also responsible for performing quality control testing, packaging product for shipment to customers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Communicate with Shift Team Leaders and Production Manager regarding safety, production, quality, or any other operational issue
• Manufacture batches in accordance with all safety, quality, and efficiency standards by following work orders and verbal directions
• Safely and efficiently operate reactors, emulsion kettles, Cowles mixers, homogenizers, heat exchangers, pumps, filtration devices, automated packing stations, forklifts, and other equipment related to the manufacture of chemicals
• Correct packaging of finished goods into pails, drums or totes as required.
• Efficient operation of the wastewater treatment plant, soft water process and boiler operation when necessary
• Monitoring of process conditions through the PCS7 automation systems
• Monitor PCS7 automation system for process alarms and take necessary action to mitigate alarm. Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required
• Perform quality control testing and adjust batches to ensure specifications are met through water adjustments, debugs, reheats, etc.
• Ensure accurate documentation and inventory accuracy in accordance to established doctrine
• Use all equipment safely and ensure safe operation of equipment by coworkers
• Maintain clean work areas in accordance with 6S protocol
• Assist in the manufacture of new products and establishing procedures
• Prepare sample as per customer request
• Assist in the prevention of quality problems and the establishment of solutions for existing issues
• Perform related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates
• Live our Values & Behaviors
• Collaborate effectively within a highly matrixed global environment

Other

• Perform related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates.
• Must be able to climb stairs, stand for extended periods of time, and safely lift up to 25 kg
• Must be able to wear required Personal Protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time
• Must be able to pass Pulmonary Function Test
• Must be able to operate forklift safely
• Must show proficiency in the operation of all necessary equipment

Critical Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic math and computer application skills
• Basic mechanical maintenance & troubleshooting skills (eg, mixer, motor & pump) will be a plus
• Knowledge of SCADA, DCS system will be advantageous
• Ability to think independently and handle tasks through to completion in an efficient manner
• Ability to adapt to changing demands and to react positively to verbal instructions given by a Team Leader or other superior
• Excellent English oral and written communication skills
• Proven ability to follow procedures and handle multiple tasks, effecting a positive outcome
• Willingness to work in a team environment

Education and Experience

• “ITE”/ Diploma level

Work Hours

Michelman’s standard work hours for this role is a 12 hours rotating shift, day shift will start from 7am to 7pm and night shift will start from 7pm to 7am.