QC Technician

VWR Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

VWR Singapore Pte Ltd is seeking a Quality Control laboratory professional to conduct inspection and testing of raw materials and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality standards in the pharmaceutical, chemical, or life sciences industry.

You will develop and enforce QC procedures, document results in SAP, and operate instruments such as pH meters, UV spectrophotometers, FTIR, and Karl Fischer titrator, while supporting calibration and maintenance. Shift hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Chemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or related field; or ITE/Higher Nitec in Chemical Process Technology, Biotechnology, Environmental Science, or related discipline.
• Minimum 2–3 years hands‑on QC laboratory experience in pharma/chemical/life sciences.
• Experience with compendial testing (USP/EP/BP/JP) and cleanroom exposure is advantageous.
• Familiarity with SAP and equipment calibration desirable.
• Safety training for handling hazardous materials and PPE usage is required.
• Certification in GLP, ISO, or EXCiPACT is a plus.
• Willing to work shift hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspection and testing of raw materials and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Develop, implement, and enforce quality control procedures and standards.
• Document inspection results, test data, and quality reports accurately and promptly.
• Identify quality issues with escalation to direct reporting.
• Maintain laboratory inventory using KANBAN systems for chemicals and consumables.
• Perform routine and non-routine chemical testing on raw materials and finished products.
• Operate laboratory instruments (e.g., pH meter, conductivity meter, UV spectrophotometer, Karl Fischer titrator, FTIR, titration apparatus) in accordance with SOPs.
• Analyze test results, calculate data, and prepare reports to verify compliance with specifications.
• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Record final results and raw data in the SAP system.

Skills

Quality control

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Shift flexibility

Education

Diploma/ITE in Chemistry or related

Tools

SAP

pH meter

Conductivity meter

UV spectrophotometer

Karl Fischer titrator

FTIR

Titration apparatus

Job description

About the role

This is a Quality Control laboratory role within the pharmaceutical, chemical, or life sciences industry, responsible for conducting inspection and testing of raw materials and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct inspection and testing of raw materials and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality standards

• Develop, implement, and enforce quality control procedures and standards

• Document inspection results, test data, and quality reports accurately and promptly

• Identify quality issues with escalation to direct reporting

• Maintain laboratory inventory using KANBAN systems for chemicals and consumables

• Perform routine and non-routine chemical testing on raw materials and finished products

• Operate laboratory instruments (e.g., pH meter, conductivity meter, UV spectrophotometer, Karl Fischer titrator, FTIR, titration apparatus) in accordance with SOPs

• Analyze test results, calculate data, and prepare reports to verify compliance with specifications

• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance

• Record final results and raw data in the SAP system

About you

• Diploma in Chemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline, or ITE Certificate or Higher Nitec in Chemical Process Technology, Biotechnology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline

• Minimum 2–3 years of hands‑on experience in a Quality Control laboratory within the pharmaceutical, chemical, or life sciences industry

• Experience with compendial testing (USP, EP, BP, JP) and working in cleanroom environments is an advantage

• Familiarity with SAP and equipment calibration is desirable

• Safety training for handling hazardous materials and PPE usage is required

• Certification in Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), ISO standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 17025), or EXCiPACT is a plus

• Willing to work shift hours when required