Chemical Laboratory Coordinator

Job Responsibilities :

1. Ensure all chemical testing activities comply with the Quality Management System (QMS) requirements of ISO 17025.
2. Develop, plan, and ensure that test methods are validated and/or verified in accordance with ISO 17025 requirements.
3. Perform technical review of test data and reports before release to customers.
4. Ensure measurement traceability through internal and external calibration of laboratory instruments.
5. Ensure personnel understand and comply with quality requirements, including competence, confidentiality, and technical integrity.
6. Ensure that equipment, reagents, and chemicals meet technical requirements and are safe to use.
7. Verify laboratory performance through proficiency testing, internal comparisons, and external inter-laboratory comparisons according to the established schedule.
8. Coordinate and supervise all chemical analysts activities related to raw materials, in-process production, finished products, and CIP processes to ensure effectiveness and compliance with procedures.
9. Ensure consistent implementation of documentation across all laboratory staff.
10. Coordinate and ensure that administrative tasks and chemical analysis reports are completed accurately, on time, and properly documented.
11. Develop, review, and update SOPs, Work Instructions (WI), forms, and other quality documents.
12. Monitor and ensure the availability of reagents for laboratory analysis.
13. Plan operational activities and routine maintenance in accordance with established standards.
14. Ensure the implementation of 5S, including preventive programs, cleanliness of chemical analysis facilities, and maintaining laboratory areas in a clean and hygienic condition.
15. Comply with SOPs, work instructions, and laboratory area standards.
16. Participate in improvement initiatives related to Quality Management Systems (FSSC 22000, ISO 17025, GMP, GLP, SJPH).
17. Lead continuous improvement initiatives to support ongoing compliance with ISO 17025.

Job Qualifications :

1. Bachelor's Degree (S1) in Chemistry, Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
2. Professional certification in Laboratory Quality Management or ISO/IEC 17025 is an advantage.
3. Minimum 3–5 years of experience in chemical laboratory operations, including a supervisory or coordinator role, preferably in the food and beverage industry.
4. Experience in analytical method validation and verification, proficiency testing, and laboratory quality assurance.
5. Strong knowledge of analytical techniques, laboratory instrumentation, GMP, GLP, FSSC 22000, ISO/IEC 17025, and applicable food safety regulations.
6. Understanding of measurement uncertainty, calibration, and measurement traceability principles.
7. Proficiency in statistical analysis and laboratory performance evaluation.
8. Ability to develop, review, and maintain laboratory documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, forms, and specifications.
9. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
10. Ability to coordinate laboratory analysts and oversee daily laboratory operations.
11. Strong planning, organizing, and resource management skills to ensure timely testing and reporting.
12. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage laboratory resources effectively.
13. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
14. Experience in leading continuous improvement initiatives and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
15. Demonstrates a strong commitment to quality, safety, and technical integrity.
16. High level of accountability, accuracy, and attention to detail.
17. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional environmen