Lab Technician (1-Year Contract) x2 — Coatings/Chemical Manufacturing

📍 One-North area | 💰 Up to $2,800/month | 🕐 1-Year Contract (Renewable)

Our client, a leading global manufacturer in the coatings and chemical industry, is looking for Lab Technicians to join their laboratory team. This role supports coating product development, manufacturing plant scale-up qualification across multiple plants, customer sampling, exposure site activities, and coordination of customer technical training.

Responsibilities:

• Support formulation work, sample preparation, paint characterization, and test reporting
• Operate lab testing equipment independently — high-speed dispermat, viscometers, aging chambers, and digital imaging stations
• Communicate test data to plant QC/Process teams to support new product scale-up and qualification
• Maintain lab safety and cleanliness in line with 5S standards and the company's Operating Discipline Management System (ODMS), including full compliance with chemical handling, storage, and waste disposal procedures
• Manage sample logistics and support technical training for customers
• Participate actively in site safety programs and laboratory audits

Requirements:

• ITE or Diploma in Science / Chemistry / Engineering or a related discipline
• Candidates with up to about 2 years of experience in a chemical lab environment are welcome to apply; on-the-job training will be provided
• Good command of English (spoken and written)
• Basic Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); familiarity with SAP is an advantage

What's on offer:

• Insurance coverage provided for contract staff
• Completion bonus equivalent to 1 month's salary
• 14 days annual leave (up to 3 days carried forward if contract is renewed)

Interested applicants, please click "Apply" or send your resume to liz.ooi@recruitexpress.com.sg. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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