**About Kerry**:Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.**About the role**:The Lab Technician plays a vital part in supporting efficient production runs for the Kerry Penang site. Responsibilities include sampling, testing, troubleshooting, record-keeping, HACCP implementation, and ensuring cleanliness.**Key responsibilities**:- To obtain finished products samples according to sampling plan- To perform physical & chemical testing according to testing methods and frequency- To support in line troubleshooting and investigation.- To check on foreign matter verification as per SOP.- To perform ATP and protein swab for processing line. To support in cleaning verification.- To perform daily calibration of required equipment's in physical lab- To prepare related chemical solution according to working instruction- To pack and keep the reference and retain samples for every production run and the details shall be recorded- To maintain the retained samples room is clean and organized at all time- To ensure tests and inspection activities are carried out as per procedures- Implement and maintain HACCP, Quality Control & Good Laboratory Practices and maintain records and other documentation.- Record keeping for all relevant quality control check sheets including data entry into log sheets and SAP system.- To communicate on issues with relevant departments e.g. product issue with production and line execs, etc.- To maintain cleanliness in laboratories and other QA areas. Maintain 5s at all times.- Maintain compliance to HSE and Life requirements.- To fill in required documents on shifts, attendance, OTs and other related HR requirements. To submit leaves and OTs as per procedure.**Qualifications and skills**:- Diploma in Food Technology / Nutrition / Dietetics, Food & Beverage Services Management, Engineering (Industrial), or equivalent.- SPM (science stream) with at least 2 years' experience in a manufacturing environment will also be considered.- Minimum 1 year of working experience in a manufacturing environment.- Experience in the food industry is highly advantageous.- Technical Skills:- Good communication skills.- Ability to work in shifts.
