Job description

We have an Urgent opening for “Laboratory In charge” for our organization Indian Chain Pvt. Ltd. for Kolkata location. Required Chemist/Lab Manager who can individually handle NABL accreditation and procedures.

Company profile: Manufacturing (Engineering).

Important: Candidates with proper experience and education should apply only.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Supervision and Testing Management (Daily Lab Operations):

- Supervise chemical and mechanical testing and analysis of raw materials, intermediates and finished products as per standard methods (ASTM, BIS, ISO etc.).
- Handling of inspection job (NTPC, L&T, RITES, RDSO etc.)
- Ensure regular calibration of chemical lab instruments such as spectrophotometers,titrators, chromatographs etc. with traceability to national/international standards.
- Handling of Spectrometer for all types of Ferrous:

A. [Steel all types (Plain Carbon, Low Alloy, Stainless Steel & High,Speed Tool Steel, Cast Iron)]

B. Non-Ferrous Alloys (Copper and Copper Base alloy, Aluminum and Aluminum Base Alloy & Zinc and Zinc Base Alloy.

- Handling of UTM Machine (Manual & Computerized) for Tensile Test, Yield Elongation, Load test, Bend & Re-bend Test, Flattening Test.
- Handling of Hardness Tester machine (Brinell & Rockwell both) for hardness test.
- Handling of Impact Testing Machine for Charpy & Izod Impact test.
- Handling of Microscope for Metallography test.

2*. Operational Oversight (including Safety & Compliance):*

- Ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulations. Maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment.
- Ensure strict adherence to NABL/ISO 17025 guidelines. Maintain and review quality documentation including method validation, uncertainty analysis, and proficiency testing records.




- Guiding the validation of new test methods and review accuracy and precision of existing methods.
- Monitoring inventory and managing procurement of supplies.
- Ensure adherence to lad safety protocols, chemical handling norms, and environmental regulations.
- Overseeing the conduction and analysis of tests and experiments.
- Developing and implementing laboratory policies and procedures.

3. Documentation & Reporting:

- Maintaining accurate records of all laboratory activities, calibration logs, equipment maintenance history, test certificate and quality manuals.
- As Manager (Quality & Technical), handling and maintaining of all NABL related documents.
- Ensuring proper documentation of experiments and results.

4. Quality Control:

- Implementing and maintaining quality control procedures.
- Provide analytical support for process control, troubleshooting and product quality improvements.
- Ensuring accuracy of test results and data.

5. Communication and Collaboration:

- Communicating effectively with laboratory staff and other departments.
- Supervise and train lab chemists and technicians. Ensure skill development and compliance with SOPs
- Collaborating with researchers and investigators on project timelines.
- Preparing and presenting reports on laboratory performance.

6. Audit & Accreditation (Problem-Solving):

- Coordinate and lead NABL audits and internal assessments.



Ensure timely closure of NCs and implementation of corrective actions.
- Addressing and resolving technical issues within the laboratory.
- Troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and implementing solutions.

8. Financial Management:

- Managing laboratory budgets and resources.
- Tracking expenses and reporting on financial performance.

Qualifications and Skills:

- Experience:
- Minimum 5-8 years of experience in a NABL-accredited chemical lab, preferably within a manufacturing environment or research laboratory setting, with proven supervisory or managerial expertise, is essential.
- Education:
- M.Sc./B.Sc. in Chemistry or relevant chemical science discipline is typically required.
- Required skillsets: Chemist/Lab Manager who can individually handle NABL Accreditation and process.
- In depth knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 and chemical testing protocols.
- Hands on experience with instruments like GC, UV-Vis, AAS, FTIR, etc.

Should have full/profound knowledge:

1. Chemical & Mechanical Testing.

2. Knowledge of WPS/PQR

3. Chemical, UTS, Inspect testing.

4. NDT Testing.

5. Preparation of test and sample.

6. Macro Micro Examination.

7. Knowledge of WPS/PQR.

8. Strong documentation, team leadership and audit handling skills.

- Technical Skills:

1. Proficiency with laboratory equipment and techniques. Knowledge of quality control

procedures.

2. Strong analytical skills. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems.

In essence, the Lab In-charge is a vital role that ensures the smooth, efficient, and compliant operation of a laboratory, contributing to the overall success of scientific research and testing.

Job Types: Full time, Permanent

Benefits:

- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 Laboratory Incharge (Bhowanipore)
🏢 INDIAN CHAIN
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