Production Technician

About the role

MKS Atotech Malaysia is looking for a Production Technician to maintain a safe working environment in line with site EHS standards and regulations. The technician reports to the Production Head of Department and works closely with him to deliver consistent output, targets and quality. The role covers overall production manufacturing, including staging and handling of batch processes.

Key responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the weigh and dispense (staging) process in production.
• Manage batch operations in glass-lined reactors and stay on site as required for batch monitoring and process control.
• Check and verify that the correct raw materials are used, with the right weight (4 eyes principle).
• Support raw material charging, equipment cleaning, packing and basic maintenance when needed.
• Help optimise batch cycle times, pH and raw material adjustments, QC sample handling, packaging and labelling.
• Evaluate and take preventive action against product or process non-conformances.
• Report breakdowns, accidents, injuries and non-conforming products to the HOD.
• Follow EHS policy, identify hazards, take part in risk assessments and safety reporting, and keep tools, machines and company property in good condition.
• Minimise spillage, rework and delays, and accept shift, weekend, on-call and overtime work.

Required profile

• Good command of English and Malay, written and spoken.
• Preferred: diploma in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Willingness to learn computer-based interface systems.
• Teamwork, communication and ability to follow procedures.
• Experience in a chemical manufacturing environment is an added advantage.