Shift Chemist

55K

Responsibilities:

-Conduct comprehensive quality testing of CBFS, Oils, and Carbon Black in accordance with plant standards and procedures.

-Perform routine laboratory analyses to ensure compliance with established specifications and identify any deviations or non-conformities.

-Operate advanced testing instruments and apply appropriate testing methodologies to obtain accurate and reliable results.

-Record, maintain, and report test results accurately, ensuring all laboratory documentation is complete, current, and traceable.

-Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional departments to resolve quality-related issues in a timely manner.

-Continuously review and improve testing methods and laboratory practices to enhance overall quality control effectiveness.

-Carry out laboratory activities including equipment calibration and record-keeping in line with defined schedules, ensuring no deviations.

-Meet all procedural and compliance requirements and utilize KSS systems to prevent failures.

-Optimize laboratory maintenance costs while maintaining operational efficiency and testing performance in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards.

-Monitor laboratory upkeep to ensure readiness for internal and external audits.

-Maintain the laboratory working environment to support testing accuracy and compliance with quality requirements.

-Ensure implementation and sustainability of 5S and Quality Circle activities within the laboratory.

-Monitor quality inspection of in-process products and promptly communicate results to the Control Room and Warehouse teams.

-Ensure availability of tested and approved materials for dispatch.

-Allocate quality-approved materials in accordance with customer specifications and contract review requirements.

-Monitor timely material allocation, vessel loading, and release of Certificates of Analysis (COA) to support on-time delivery.

-Maintain documentation to comply with global safety and hazard communication standards, including OHSAS 18001 requirements.

-Ensure 100% compliance with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) within the laboratory.

-Provide on-the-job safety training and conduct task observations during critical activities to ensure safe working practices.

Requirements:

-Bachelor's or Master's degree in Science, preferably in Chemistry.

-Willingness and ability to work in shift schedules.

-Minimum 3-6 years of experience in Quality Control with knowledge of Carbon Black testing and audit requirements.

-Prepare and circulate laboratory reports in coordination with the QC Section Head.

-Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly MS Excel.

-Knowledge of statistical quality tools, including the 7 QC tools.

-Experience in laboratory equipment handling, accuracy assurance, and maintenance activities.

-Participation in MSA studies, ILC, and international ILC / Proficiency Testing (PT) programs.