SUBHATINA BT MOHD AZHAR
kuala kubu bharu
Summary
Highly motivated and detail-oriented Chemistry graduate with hands-on experience in research and development, quality control, and laboratory analysis. Eager to contribute scientific knowledge, innovative thinking, and technical expertise in a challenging chemist role within a dynamic organisation.
Overview
2
2
Languages
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Chemist & R&D Chemist
AIREFRESH INDUSTRIES SDN BHD
01.2023 - Current
- Oversaw quality control processes to ensure product compliance with internal and regulatory standards
- Executed routine and non-routine testing to maintain product quality and performance
- Developed and implemented new QC protocols that improved testing accuracy and reduced defect rates.
- Conducted chemical and physical testing (viscosity, pH, density, stability, efficacy) to validate product integrity and reliability
- Ensured all product batches complied with internal QC standards and regulatory guidelines (MOH/DOSH)
- Maintained precise documentation and issued Certificates
- Validated raw material quality and supplier consistency to maintain long-term formulation reliability
- Identified root causes of production inconsistencies and collaborated with production teams to resolve issues swiftly
- Performed on-the-spot evaluations during production to detect early deviations, minimizing batch rejection
- Conducted research for product development
- Formulated and optimized multiple insect repellent products using natural and synthetic active ingredients
- Contributed to product innovation by introducing new formulations for massage oils and pillow sprays, evolving from insect repellent research
- Ensured all formulations complied with relevant safety and environmental regulations
- Supported scale-up trials and pilot production runs to validate manufacturing feasibility
- Led stability studies and managed records
Junior R&D Chemist (Food Supplements & Cosmetics)
SIREH EMAS MARKETING SDN BHD
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed innovative health supplement products to address market needs
- Performed thorough analysis of product formulations to evaluate effectiveness and quality
- Ensured all formulations met stringent MOH and GMP food safety standards through systematic analysis and validation
- Formulated and developed a range of cosmetic and personal care products, including lotions, serums, scrubs, and facial creams
- Created innovative organic and natural-based formulations that align with clean beauty and sustainable market trends
- Improved product texture, scent, and sensory feel through systematic optimization of emulsifiers, oils, and active ingredients
- Customized formulations to align with client specifications and marketing demands while ensuring product safety and efficacy
- Conducted product performance and stability testing to ensure long-term consistency in color, texture, and viscosity
- Implemented compatibility studies between actives and excipients to prevent product separation or instability
- Sourced and evaluated new raw materials and active ingredients to improve formulation performance and meet industry standards
- Implemented compatibility studies between actives and excipients to prevent product separation or instability
- Sourced and evaluated new raw materials and active ingredients to improve formulation performance and meet industry standards
Internship/Research Exposure
Department of Chemistry Malaysia
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Conducted analytical testing on food and polymer samples, assessing protein content and composition to support quality control
- Operated XRD, FTIR, and GC-MS to characterise materials and chemicals, contributing to detailed analysis results
- Gained laboratory, analytical, and data interpretation skills through hands-on research, enhancing research capabilities
Education
Bachelor of Chemistry with Honors - Chemistry
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Bandar Baru Bangi, 1001-2023
Diploma - Science
Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris
Tanjong Malim, Perak01-2019
Bachelor of Science -
Sekolah Menengah Sains Hulu Selangor
Batang Kali, 1001-2016
Skills
- Technical: GC-MS, FTIR, XRD, Laboratory analysis, Analytical testing
- Quality control
- QC, Stability studies
- Formulation development, Product formulation
- Regulatory affairs
- Lab management, Laboratory management
- Equipment calibration
- Software: Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Excel, Data analytics
- Team collaboration, Time management, Technical documentation
- Risk analysis
- Analytical testing
- Stability studies
- Risk analysis
SKILLS
English
Advanced
C1
Malay
Proficient
C2
Career skills
- Quality Control and Laboratory Testing
- Research and Development (R&D)
- Product Formulation and Troubleshooting
- Stability Testing and Shelf-Life Assessment
- Raw Material and Finished Product Evaluation
- Data Analysis and Interpretation
- Technical Documentation and Report Writing
- Production Quality Monitoring
- Problem-Solving and Analytical Thinking
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
Timeline
Quality Control Chemist & R&D Chemist
AIREFRESH INDUSTRIES SDN BHD
01.2023 - Current
Junior R&D Chemist (Food Supplements & Cosmetics)
SIREH EMAS MARKETING SDN BHD
01.2022 - 01.2023
Internship/Research Exposure
Department of Chemistry Malaysia
01.2019 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Chemistry with Honors - Chemistry
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Diploma - Science
Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris
Bachelor of Science -
Sekolah Menengah Sains Hulu Selangor