Laboratory Technician (Contract)

Arkema; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical firm in Singapore is looking for a Laboratory Technician to ensure quality control of products. You will perform various tests, document results, and maintain laboratory standards. Candidates should possess a NITEC or Diploma in Material Science or Chemistry and have knowledge of organic and analytical chemistry. This permanent role involves 12-hour shift work.

Qualifications

• Degree in Material Science or Chemistry.
• Knowledge of organic and analytical chemistry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and laboratory software.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality checks on incoming and outgoing samples.
• Document test results and report deviations.
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.

Skills

Organic chemistry

Analytical chemistry

Microsoft Office

LIMS

SAP

Education

NITEC or Diploma in Material Science or Chemistry or equivalent

Job description

Position: Laboratory Technician

Work Location: Jurong Island

Work Schedule: Permanent 12-hour shift work rotating (8am to 8pm/ 8pm to 8am)

*This is a contract role until June 2026.

OBJECTIVE

• Ensure timely delivery of quality products and follow all Quality Control Plans

MAIN JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive, collect and sort samples
• Perform incoming, in-process and outgoing quality checks in a timely manner
• Document all test results accurately and report deviations
• Investigate anomalies
• Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures
• Follow all Quality Control plans
• Maintain, calibrate, validate and troubleshoot laboratory equipment
• Participate, if any, in inspection of installations
• Manage stocks and orders
• Follow up on audit findings
• Upkeep laboratory standards and participate in laboratory improvement initiatives
• Take part in shift handover meetings
• Other duties as assigned

HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT

• Partake in all HSEQ activities
• Enforce waste management
• Monitor and minimise the environmental impact and energy consumption of laboratory activities
• Participate in risk studies
• Incorporate and apply HSEQ corrective actions
• Comply to HSEQ policies at all times
• Achieve zero LTI
• Participate, if any, in incident reporting

EDUCATION AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

Education: NITEC or Diploma in Material Science or Chemistry or equivalent.

Knowledge: Organic chemistry, analytical chemistry

Skills: Microsoft Office, LIMS, SAP

Soft skills: Self-driven team player with good communication skills; able to plan and prioritise