Job Description

Location: Tanjong Penjuru, Singapore

Industry: Industrial Chemicals / Specialty Chemicals
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary Negotiable based on experience & skills

About the Company

We are a well-established chemical trading and distribution company supplying a wide range of industrial chemicals, solvents, inorganic & organic chemicals, surfactants, specialty additives, and water-treatment chemicals across various industries. We are looking for an experienced Senior Chemist to support our technical operations, product evaluation, and customer application development.

Key Responsibilities

1. Product Evaluation & Technical Support

• Assess and evaluate new chemical products (inorganic, organic, solvents, surfactants, acids, alkalis, industrial additives).
• Provide technical support to customers on product usage, compatibility, and application recommendations.
• Handle queries related to MSDS, product specifications, and chemical performance.

2. Quality Control & Testing

• Conduct quality testing for incoming and outgoing chemical batches.
• Ensure compliance with internal QC standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain testing equipment, instruments, and laboratory documentation.

3. Application Development

• Formulate or test chemical blends, cleaning agents, surfactant systems, or specialty mixtures when required.
• Evaluate alternative raw materials and assist in product improvement.
• Support R&D initiatives for new products or customised chemical solutions.

4. Regulatory & Safety Compliance

• Prepare and update SDS, COA, and technical datasheets.
• Ensure chemical handling, storage, and disposal comply with NEA, SCDF, and MOM regulations.
• Assist in documentation for ISO, HACCP, or internal audits when needed.

5. Collaboration & Cross-Functional Support

• Work closely with sales team to provide technical advice and training.
• Support procurement team in evaluating suppliers and product quality.
• Communicate effectively with warehouse and operations teams regarding chemical specifications and stability requirements.

Requirements

• Diploma/Bachelors Degree in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in industrial chemicals/ detergents/ solvents/ water treatment, or specialty chemicals.
• Strong understanding of inorganic chemicals, organic solvents, surfactants, industrial acids & alkalis, and related applications.

Aurora Asia (21C0671) | Stephanie Luan (R21100585)