Client Industry: Rubber Insulating Gloves & Dielectric PPE

Location: Sendayan, Negeri Sembilan

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development, formulation, and optimization of polymer compounds for PPE applications.
• Conduct material testing and evaluation, including dielectric strength, elongation, aging, thermal resistance, and chemical compatibility.
• Assist in R&D projects from laboratory trials through pilot and production-scale implementation.
• Ensure products comply with IEC, ASTM, EN 13485 and other relevant international safety and performance standards.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, and other cross-functional teams to support product development and commercialization.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, test reports, and research findings.
• Monitor industry trends, new materials, and emerging technologies related to polymer and glove manufacturing.

Additional Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate R&D projects, including planning timelines, resources, and deliverables.
• Drive innovation initiatives to improve glove performance, durability, and compliance.
• Evaluate new raw materials, technologies, and process improvements for cost, performance, and scalability.
• Review technical data, identify risks, and provide recommendations to management for decision-making.
• Support intellectual property activities, including technical inputs for patents and technical disclosures (when applicable).

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3-4 years of hands-on experience in polymer R&D, material testing, or product development (experience in gloves, PPE, or dielectric materials is an advantage).
• Basic to intermediate understanding of elastomers, latex/nitrile formulations, and polymer chemistry.
• Familiarity with laboratory testing equipment and standard material testing methods.
• Good understanding of industrial glove manufacturing processes (e.g. dipping, curing, leaching, post-processing).

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