Food Labs (Proximate) - Team Leader

You will be responsible for overseeing routine proximate testing of food samples in the Proximate Analysis Department of our Food Testing Laboratory. Your duties will include supervising and coordinating daily operations, managing a team of lab analysts, ensuring quality control, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, and contributing to method development and troubleshooting. Key Responsibilities: - Supervise and coordinate daily operations of the Proximate Department, including tasks related to Moisture, Ash, Protein, Fat, Fiber, etc. - Allocate tasks and manage workflow of lab analysts and technicians to ensure timely and accurate analysis of food samples as per standard protocols. - Review and validate test results, ensuring proper documentation in LIMS or lab records. - Oversee calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of instruments such as muffle furnace, Soxhlet apparatus, Kjeldahl unit, and moisture analyzer. - Implement and monitor adherence to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and ISO/IEC 17025:2017 guidelines. - Train and mentor team members to enhance skills and maintain high performance. - Prepare and review SOPs, work instructions, and risk assessments related to proximate testing. - Support internal and external audits, participate in corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). - Coordinate with other departments for sample processing, reporting, and client queries. - Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the department. Qualifications & Skills: - Bachelors or Masters degree in Food Technology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field. - 8-11 years of relevant experience in proximate analysis in a food testing laboratory. - Strong understanding of standard food testing methodologies and regulatory requirements (FSSAI, BIS, AOAC, ISO). - Familiarity with laboratory instruments and their routine maintenance. - Excellent communication, leadership, and team management skills. - Proficient in documentation, quality management systems, and audit handling. - Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Certifications: - Training in ISO/IEC 17025:2017 - Internal Auditor Certification (ISO 17025 or ISO 9001) - HACCP/FSSAI/Food Safety related training This is a full-time position with benefits including food, health insurance, paid sick time, and Provident Fund. The work schedule is a day shift with shift allowance and yearly bonus. The work location is in person.,