Associate Chemist

**Position Snapshot**:
Location: Singapore

Company: Nestle R&D Center, Singapore

Type of contract: Permanent

**Position Summary**:
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.

We are looking for an Associate Chemist to carry out testing of samples according to procedure in excellent quality and timely manner while ensuring that all equipment is properly maintained, methods are verified for the scope of usage, executed and documented as per quality system and accreditation requirements.

**A day in the life of...**:

- Executes analytical testing and validates results according to competency matrix. Takes part in method implementation (validation, verification, matrix extension) and can lead implementation projects. Monitors analytical methods and maintains Q-Stat (A2M). Actively supports operations meeting customer expectations regarding timely results delivery (including alerts).
- Conducts calibration and assists in continuously improving equipment and ensures that they meet the needs by monitoring their performance. Assists technical deputy and section head in Site preparation and commissioning of new equipment according to technical specifications and requirements (change managements). Monitors and maintains necessary inventory for chemicals and materials.
- Performs all the analyses under the requirements of the quality system based on ISO 17025 and NQMS. Applies Safety rules as outlined in NQAC SHE Manual. Is involved in internal and external audits as needed.
- Actively involved in activities of safety, which means being representative of a section in such activities. Takes part in operational reviews. and other GA Elements such as root cause analysis, standard routine etc. in order to continuously improve the quality system and the operational output (e.g. reporting and troubleshooting any deviation and abnormal results).

**What will make you successful**:

- Degree or Master's in Chemistry or Food Science
- At least 2 years experience in handling GCMS and/or ICPMS analysis

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