Key Duties and Responsibilities include: * Test and qualify raw materials for use on site and optimise recipe yields. * Ensure all lab and monitoring equipment is maintained and calibrated * Prepare any chemical reagent standards necessary for in-process and finals testing * Ensure all necessary environmental testing and monitoring is conducted in line with the site’s permit requirements * Monitor and review the results of the quality assurance/control program, analyse laboratory data, and recommend modifications * Develop new methods and techniques of analysis, in-house and by liaising with HQ overseas, to continuously modernise and drive improvements on site. * Maintain accurate and thorough records of lab procedures and results, ensure compliance with government regulations * Troubleshoot process chemistry issues in collaboration with production. * Develop and deliver quality related training material to site personnel * Effectively communicate on product quality and process optimisation to all relevant interested parties. * Responding to product quality issues and any resulting customer complaints in line with quality management system, ensuring all quality issues are recorded and the appropriate internal/external communication is documented. * Perform any related duties as required Skills and Knowledge: * Equivalent to Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in chemistry or related field * Comprehensive knowledge of laboratory techniques, equipment, terminology, and procedures * Proficient in use of HPLC for analytical work * Mathematical calculations used in chemical analyses * Awareness of proper sample collection procedures and techniques * Analyse and interpret test results * Prepare clear, concise, and technical reports * Proficient IT skills and competent with Microsoft package * Knowledge/experience of Microsoft Excel Personal Competencies: * Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written * Ability to work effectively and safely under pressure and time constraints * Strong planning capability * Ability to work autonomously and on own initiative * Establish and maintain effective working relationships * Naturally inquisitive with ability to problem solve * Strong diagnostic skills and decision-making abilities Experience: * Minimum 3 years of experience conducting a variety of tests in a physical or chemical laboratory