Laboratory Technician at SCHOTT

SCHOTT; Singapore; On-site; SGD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

SCHOTT in Boon Lay, Singapore, seeks a full-time, on-site Lab/Plating Analyst to conduct chemical analyses, calibrate equipment, and drive process improvements. You will support production, monitor plating parameters, and investigate defects to ensure coating quality.

The role requires a chemistry-related degree and 1–3 years of lab or electroplating experience, with strong analytical skills and safety focus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of laboratory or electroplating experience.
• Knowledge of electroplating processes.
• Understanding of analytical chemistry and laboratory testing techniques.
• Familiarity with quality management systems.
• Experience using laboratory instruments such as pH meters, titration equipment, spectrophotometers, ICP.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Chemical analysis and monitoring of pretreatment/post-treatment and Ni/Au solutions at scheduled frequencies.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory testing equipment and instruments.
• Develop and implement new testing methods or process improvements.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures and ensure proper handling and disposal of hazardous chemicals.
• Liaise with production to fulfill chemical, solution, or analytical requests promptly.
• Monitor and control plating process parameters to ensure consistent coating quality.
• Investigate plating defects and recommend corrective actions.
• Train production personnel on chemical handling, testing procedures, and quality requirements.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, test reports, and process documentation.
• Update daily analytical results in the Production Control Database (PCDB).
• Maintain records of Au movement and manage Au recovery and stock takes.
• Order lab chemicals and spare parts; coordinate with suppliers on performance and issues.
• Ensure EHS compliance and prepare documentation for ISO/IATF audits.

Skills

Electroplating knowledge

Analytical chemistry

Root cause analysis

Problem solving

Quality management systems

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field

Tools

pH meters

Titration equipment

Spectrophotometers

ICP

Job description

SCHOTT in Boon Lay, S00, SG.

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Job Responsibilities

• Chemical Analysis & Monitoring: Perform routine analysis of all pretreatment/post-treatment and plating chemicals and Ni/Au solutions at scheduled frequencies and update results in the system.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory testing equipment and instruments.
• Develop and implement new testing methods or process improvements.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures and ensure proper handling and disposal of hazardous chemicals.
• Production Support: Liaise with the production team to fulfill chemical, solution, or analytical requests promptly.
• Monitor and control plating process parameters to ensure consistent coating quality.
• Investigate plating defects (e.g., peeling, pitting, discoloration, burning) and recommend corrective actions.
• Train production personnel on chemical handling, testing procedures, and quality requirements.
• Data Management: Maintain accurate laboratory records, test reports, and process documentation.
• Update daily analytical results in the Production Control Database (PCDB) system.
• Maintain precise records of Gold (Au) movement within the designated system.
• Au/chemical Ordering & Supply Chain: Calculate and place orders for Au salt and Au solution-related items, following discussions with the Plating Engineer and Plating Manager.
• Ordering of Lab Chemicals and spare parts for analytical equipment.
• Coordinate with suppliers on chemical performance and technical issues.
• Manage chemical inventory, laboratory consumables, and safety data sheets (SDS).
• Au Recovery: Perform Au recovery processes and liaise with external Recycling Service Providers for material disposal/processing.
• Stock Take: Perform Gold Factor analysis by weight, stripping, weight Methode.
• Prepare and execute monthly Au stock take activities together with Senior Engineer.
• Audit Compliance: Prepare and present necessary documentation and samples for ISO/IATF internal and external auditors.
• EHS Compliance: Maintain Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards within the laboratory area, including proper waste segregation.
• Process Improvement: Suggest alternative chemicals to production to enhance quality or efficiency.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Advise on technical solutions relating to chemical properties and plating processes to the production.
• Shift Work Ability to work night shifts as required by production schedules.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of laboratory or electroplating experience.
• Candidates without experience are welcome to apply for entry level role.
• Knowledge of electroplating processes
• Understanding of analytical chemistry and laboratory testing techniques.
• Familiarity with quality management systems
• Experience using laboratory instruments such as pH meters, titration equipment, spectrophotometers, ICP.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.

Pay: $1.00 - $2.00 per month

Work Location: In person