Senior Lab Engineer - DONA

KEY JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Strategic Test Planning: Lead the design and construction of robust compatibility test plans by analyzing complex chemical interactions between formulas and packaging materials, ensuring alignment with R&I and Development objectives.
• Technical Consulting & Risk Management: Provide expert-level technical support through risk analysis, extrapolation, and scientific studies to predict and prevent potential formula-packaging failures.
• Digital Transformation (AI Integration): Champion the use of AI tools and data analytics to streamline laboratory workflows, interpret large-scale datasets, and generate actionable insights that accelerate the product development cycle.
• Quality Excellence & Problem Solving: Drive root-cause analysis for product non-conformity, defects, or customer complaints. Proactively develop and track Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to ensure continuous improvement.
• Cross-Functional Synergy: Act as the key compatibility liaison between Development, Packaging, R&I for project base, and with Compat Lab of other zones for expertise sharing.
• Regulatory & Compliance: Ensure all lab operations and documentation strictly adhere to internal quality standards, and 5S management principles.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Professional & Technical Competencies:

• Academic Excellence: Bachelor’s degree or above in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Packaging Engineering, or a related scientific field.
• Industry Expertise: 2+ years of professional experience in an FMCG environment, specifically focused on packaging development, validation, or laboratory testing.
• AI & Data Fluency: Proficiency in leveraging AI tools (e.g., L'OréalGPT or similar) for data processing and decision-making. Ability to transform complex data into strategic technical insights.
• Technical Curiosity: A strong passion for packaging conception, material science, and the evolving landscape of cosmetic technology.
• Operational Excellence: Familiarity with QEHS management systems and 5S methodology is a plus.

Soft Skills:

• Communication: Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills; ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders in a multicultural environment.
• Language: Native-level Mandarin and Fluent English (both written and verbal) are required for regional and global collaboration.
• Mindset: A self-motivated "entrepreneurial" spirit with a high degree of resilience, a quick learning curve, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.