Lab Testing Specialist - Entry Level - Office Hrs #HTJ

RECRUIT EXPRESS PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

RECRUIT EXPRESS PTE LTD in Singapore is seeking a Packaging Lab Technician to coordinate testing, prepare samples, and perform standard packaging tests in line with SOPs. You will document results in the ELN and ensure data integrity while supporting shipping and sample handling activities.

The role involves hands-on testing of various packaging materials, adherence to safety procedures, and timely communication of any deviations or equipment issues to the Team Leader.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Experience in a laboratory or packaging-related testing is advantageous; training will be provided.
• Strong record-keeping and adherence to SOPs and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate testing schedules and prepare samples for packaging evaluations.
• Perform standard packaging tests within SOPs and deadlines.
• Record test activities and results in ELN with data integrity.
• Conduct tests like Compatibility, Weight Loss, Environmental and other packaging-related tests.
• Support Out-of-Specification investigations with test data.
• Communicate deviations and anomalies to Team Leader promptly.
• Follow lab safety and procedures.
• Support shipping requests for packaging materials and coordinate shipment of samples.
• Label and organize samples per procedures.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Packaging testing

Data integrity

Documentation

Safety compliance

ELN usage

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Electronic Laboratory Notebook (ELN)

Job description

A. Primary Responsibilities - Material Preparation & Technical Testing

• Coordinate testing schedules and perform sample and material preparation for packaging-related technical evaluations.


• Conduct standard packaging tests accurately and within the required turnaround time, in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).


• Record test activities, observations, and results accurately and promptly in the Electronic Laboratory Notebook (ELN), ensuring good data integrity practices.


• Perform packaging-related testing, including but not limited to Compatibility Testing, Weight Loss Testing, Immersion Stress Cracking Testing, Environmental Stress Cracking Testing, Decoration-related testing, including Rub Test, Tape Test, and Soak & Squeeze Test, UV Fade Testing, Drop Testing, Torque Testing, Leak Testing, Shipping and E-commerce Transportation Testing, Temperature Cycling Testing, Label Peel Testing


• Provide relevant test data and information to support Out-of-Specification (OOS) and test failure investigations.


• Immediately communicate any testing deviations, equipment or instrumentation failures, abnormal test results, or other laboratory anomalies to the Team Leader.


• Follow established laboratory procedures and safety requirements when handling samples, materials, equipment, and test activities.

B. Secondary Responsibilities - Shipping Support

• Support shipping requests for packaging materials and samples.


• Prepare, label, organize, and coordinate packaging samples and materials for shipment as required.


• Ensure samples are appropriately identified and handled in accordance with applicable procedures.

Requirements

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Science, or a related technical discipline.


• Previous laboratory, testing, engineering, or packaging-related experience is an advantage; however, training will be provided.

Package Development Lab Office hours, Mon to Fri