Senior Laboratory Assistant

KURARAY ASIA PACIFIC PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical company in Singapore is seeking a Senior Laboratory Assistant to conduct laboratory tests and ensure quality inspections. The role requires a diploma in Chemical Process Technology and a minimum of 8 years' experience in manual lab testing. Candidates need strong analytical skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. This position offers a chance to contribute significantly to quality control and equipment management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in manual wet chemistry or lab testing.
• Hands-on experience with equipment calibration and reagent preparation.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory tests and quality inspections.
• Perform quality control analysis on raw materials and finished products.
• Maintain chemicals inventory and prepare chemical reagents.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

Diploma in Chemical Process Technology or chemistry related field

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

The Senior Laboratory Assistant is responsible for conducting all laboratory tests and samples and quality inspections assigned to them by the Supervisor.

They are expected to be knowledgeable on all equipment operating procedures as well as all quality control procedures and competent on the use of laboratory equipment.

Other Responsibilities

• Raw material process and finished product quality control analysis
• Advance maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting of assigned laboratory equipment
• Maintenance of chemicals and consumables inventory, preparation and standardization of chemical reagents and waste management
• Maintenance of quality records and development of quality procedures
• Training of junior laboratory or chemical technicians
• Calibration of equipment
• Conduct and contribute to risk assessment, quality procedures and decision making on quality & maintenance
• Procurement of materials and budget controls
• Implementing QA & Safety Activities

Requirements

• Diploma in Chemical Process Technology or chemistry related field
• Min 8 years’ experience in conducting manual wet chemistry or manual lab testing
• Hands‑on experience with equipment calibration and reagent preparation
• Ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, detail oriented
• Strong commitment to safety and quality
• Ability to work without direct supervision