Job Description

Position Snapshot
Location: Jurong,Singapore

Company: Nestle R&D, Singapore

Job Type: Permanent

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food sciences, Analytical sciences

Joining Nestlé means you are joining the largest Food and Beverage Company in the world. At our very core, we are a human environment – passionate people driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. A Nestle career empowers you to make an impact locally and globally, as you are provided with the opportunity to make a mark and stand out, as long as you seek it. With Nestle, you are enabled and encouraged to grow not only as professionals, but also as people.

The Associate Chemist is responsible in carrying out testing of samples with exceptional attention to detail, ensuring adherence to procedures in both quality and timeliness. Takes proactive measures to maintain equipment in optimal condition and verifies methods for their intended use, meticulously documenting all processes in accordance with quality system and accreditation requirements. Actively seeks opportunities to enhance skills and competencies, aligning with the needs of respective sections and following the development plan.

A day in the life of an Associate Chemist...

1. Conduct the analysis according to the plan in order to meet TAT
2. Perform data processing and result validation
3. Perform ICP according to the schedule
4. Master Coach (Level 5): Train new analysts for method
   Trainer (Level 4): Support master coach for the training to new analyst
5. Lead the root cause analysis for the respective method in-charge/instrumentation with the support from Team Member
6. Particpate in audits and be main person responsible for closing gap with the support from team members. Act as Internal Auditor for the internal method audit
7. Main person responsible for reviewing the Technical documentation with the support from Team member
8. Liasing with vendor (equipment and analytical standard etc)
9. Liasing with internal and external customer for any enquiry or result follow up
10. Inventory management to ensure no disruption supply to analysis
11. Regularly perform 5S
12. Actively involve in safety activities
13. Lead or drive the lean improvement projects/initiatives that aim to improve cost, labor hour and workflow.
14. Taking up the additional functional appointments eg safety, A2M
15. In charge of the instrument Preventive Maintenance/Calibration where applicable
16. Involved in method validation/verification with the support from Chemist/Lab Manager where necessary

What Will Make You Successful...

• Experience in at least one key analytical technique
• Experience in at least one contaminant analytical technique and knowledge of Quality System and Good Lab Practice
• Working experience in analytical lab at least 4 years and above
• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food sciences, Analytical sciences