Lab Technician

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct routine physical, mechanical, thermal, chemical, and processing-related tests on polymer materials and molded specimens.
• Operate laboratory equipment according to approved test methods, work instructions, and relevant standards.
• Perform sample preparation and sample conditioning according to applicable test standards.
• Ensure samples are correctly identified, labelled, stored, and traceable.
• Support raw material & finished product evaluation to facilitate product development.
• Record test results accurately in laboratory records and relevant databases.
• Prepare test reports and analysis summaries as required.
• Highlight abnormal results, deviations, or unusual material behaviour to the Laboratory/R&D Manager.
• Maintain proper traceability of samples and test results.
• Operate laboratory instruments safely and correctly.
• Perform routine equipment checks, cleaning, and basic maintenance.
• Report equipment malfunction or abnormal performance promptly.
• Follow laboratory procedures, ISO requirements, test standards, and internal quality procedures.
• Maintain good laboratory housekeeping and 5S practices.
• Handle chemicals, polymer materials, and laboratory equipment safely.
• Follow applicable EHS and waste-disposal requirements.
• Provide testing support to R&D, Production, Quality, and Technical Service teams.
• Support preparation of samples and test data for customer technical investigations.
• Provide operational training to interns and related personnel.
• Any other responsibilities as and when assign by your superior due to changes in organization or business direction.

Technical Competencies

• Diploma / Certificate in Science or Engineering
• 2 years working experience in polymeric material testing
• Fresh graduate with relevant laboratory training may be considered

Task-related Competencies

• Ability to work independently in laboratory with minimum supervision
• Able to follow test procedures and work instructions consistently
• Good laboratory housekeeping and safety awareness