Assistant / Deputy Manager - QA/QC

Key Responsibilities:

• Testing & Supervision:

• Perform and supervise testing of Epoxy, Concrete, Mortar, Admixtures, Flooring, Raw Materials (RM), and Finished Goods (FG) as per R&D specifications.
• Supervise the testing of intermediates and finished products.
• Generate Certificates of Analysis for all batches produced.

• QC Records & Data Analysis:

• Ensure proper maintenance of QC records in both hard and soft copies as per QC requirements.
• Perform statistical data analysis and process improvement using the analyzed data.

• SAP & Non-Conformance Management:

• Authorize and execute RM/PM/FG release in SAP.
• Generate non-conforming material notes for rejected materials (RM, PM, intermediates, and FG).
• Modify first-time failure batches as per R&D guidelines.
• Ensure proper identification and labeling of non-conforming raw, packing materials, intermediates, and finished products.

• Vendor & Packaging Material Management:

• Ensure raw materials and packaging materials are supplied by approved vendors.
• Test and approve new packaging materials as per vendor specifications and submit reports to procurement.

• Process Improvement & Calibration:

• Ensure continual improvements in the testing procedures for raw materials, packing materials, and finished goods.
• Oversee calibration of testing equipment, both internal and external.
• Ensure all lab equipment is maintained in good working condition.

• Customer Complaints & Corrective Actions:

• Handle customer complaints and perform root cause analysis (RCA) for failures.
• Implement corrective actions based on RCA findings.

• Compliance & Audits:

• Ensure compliance with ISO and EHS standards.
• Assist in establishing new products at the plant level with the technical team.
• Ensure compliance during all types of audits conducted in the laboratory.

• Support for Procurement & R&D:

• Assist Procurement and R&D in the development of new raw materials, packaging materials, and vendors.
• Conduct regular process audits and take corrective actions on observations/non-conformances.

• Housekeeping & Training:

• Maintain good housekeeping and 5S standards in the lab.
• Train QC lab personnel to perform QC activities safely and precisely as instructed.

• Coordination with Tolling Units:

• Coordinate QC operations, new product setups, and daily/monthly reporting with tolling units.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Education:

• Chemical Engineering / B.Sc. / M.Sc. in Chemistry (Inorganic or Organic Chemistry).

• Experience:

• 5-6 years of manufacturing/quality control experience in a construction chemicals or chemical manufacturing company.

• Skills:

• Knowledge of ERP/SAP systems.
• Proficient in MS Office and basic computer operations.

Competencies:

• Functional:

• Knowledge of good laboratory practices with safety-first approach.
• Strong understanding of routine QC methods, procedures, and equipment handling.
• Familiarity with Integrated Management System (IMS).

• Behavioral:

• Self-starter with a proactive attitude.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills.