Key Responsibilities

1.

Laboratory

Testing &

- Analysis

- Perform chemical and physical analysis of raw materials, in-process samples and finished products as per approved specifications and test methods.

- Conduct routine tests such as assay, pH, moisture, protein,fat, minerals, dietary fiber, bulk density and other applicable parameters.

- Perform sampling and testing as per defined procedures.

- Ensure accuracy and reliability of test results.

2. Raw Material &

- Finished Product Testing

- Conduct testing of incoming raw materials and packaging materials.

- Perform quality testing of finished products before release.

- Maintain proper records of samples, test results and retention samples.

- Prepare and maintain Certificates of Analysis (COA) and laboratory reports.

3.

Laboratory

Documentation

- Maintain analytical worksheets, test reports, laboratory registers, instrument usage logs and other QC records.

- Follow Positive Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Documentation Practices(GDP).

- Ensure all laboratory documentation is accurate, complete and traceable.

- Review analytical results before submission to the QC/QA Manager.

4.

Laboratory

Equipment &

- Instruments

- Operate laboratory instruments and equipment as per approved SOPs.

- Ensure proper cleaning, calibration and verification of laboratory instruments.

- Maintain equipment usage and calibration records.

- Report equipment breakdowns or abnormalities to the concerned person.

5. OOS / OOT &

- Quality Issues

- Identify and immediately report Out of Specification (OOS) and Out of Trend (OOT) results.

- Assist in investigations related to laboratory deviations and abnormal results.

- Support root-cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

- Ensure proper escalation of quality-related issues.

6.



Coordination with Other Departments

- Coordinate with Production, QA, Warehouse and R&D; teams for sampling and testing requirements.

- Provide timely test results to support production and product release.

- Assist in investigation of quality issues related to raw materials and finished products.

7. Quality &

- Compliance

- Follow all applicable SOPs, specifications, test methods, GMP and GLP requirements.

- Maintain cleanliness, hygiene and safety standards within the laboratory.

- Support internal, customer and regulatory audits.

- Ensure laboratory activities are performed in accordance with company quality procedures.

Required Skills

- Strong knowledge of Chemistry and laboratory analytical techniques.

- Hands-on experience in QC laboratory operations.

- Good understanding of GLP, GMP and Good Documentation Practices.

- Knowledge of raw material and finished product testing.

- Understanding of OOS, OOT, deviation and CAPA processes.

- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

- Good communication and documentation skills.

- Working knowledge of MS Excel and other basic computer applications.

Qualification &

- Experience

- B.Sc. / M.Sc. Chemistry from a recognized university.

- 24 years of relevant experience in QC/Laboratory operations.

- Experience in nutraceutical, food, pharmaceutical, FMCG or chemical manufacturing will be preferred.

Key Performance Indicators

- Accuracy and reliability of laboratory test results

- Timely completion of testing

- Compliance with SOPs and specifications

- Accuracy of QC documentation and reports

- Timely identification and reporting of OOS/OOT results

- Instrument calibration and maintenance compliance

- Laboratory hygiene and safety compliance

- Audit and inspection readiness

📌 Qc Executive (Bengaluru)
🏢 Melting Pot Concepts
📍 Bengaluru