: XRF Technician (Gold Testing / Hallmarking)

Position: XRF Technician Industry: Gold Hallmarking & Assaying Centre

Locations: Thanjavur | Trichy | Karaikal | Mayiladuthurai

Job Type: Full time

Salary: ₹10,000 – ₹15,000+ per month (commensurate with qualification, experience, and skill set)

Benefits: Food and Accommodation provided for eligible/relocating candidates (as per company policy)

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable XRF Technician to join our team across multiple BIS-recognized Hallmarking Centres. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting non-destructive purity testing of gold and precious metals using X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) spectrometry. This position is ideal for candidates looking to build a career in the precious metals, assaying, and hallmarking industry.

Key Responsibilities

- Operation & Analysis:
- Operate and maintain XRF (X-ray Fluorescence) spectrometers for non-destructive testing of gold, silver, and other precious metal articles.
- Accurately measure metal purity, karat values, and elemental composition according to Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and standard operating procedures.

- Sample Handling & Inspection:

- Receive, verify, weigh, and log incoming jewelry and metal samples from jewelers and clients.
- Ensure sample surfaces are clean and properly aligned on the testing stage to avoid calibration discrepancies.

- Documentation & Data Recording:

- Record and maintain precise test results, logs, and quality check records in the internal database.
- Coordinate with the hallmarking/laser marking department to process cleared samples.

- Equipment Care & Safety:

- Perform routine baseline calibrations and standard reference checks on the equipment.




- Follow all laboratory safety guidelines, radiation protection protocols, and equipment handling measures.

- Quality & Integrity:

- Maintain strict confidentiality, security, and integrity when handling high-value precious metals and customer information.

Candidate Profile & Qualifications

- Education:
- Any Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree (Graduates in Science, Chemistry, Physics, or Engineering disciplines preferred, but open to any stream).

- Experience:

- Prior experience operating XRF machines or working in a Gold Testing / Assaying / Hallmarking Centre is preferred.
- Freshers with good technical aptitude, attention to detail, and willingness to learn are also strongly encouraged to apply.

- Required Skills:

- Basic computer proficiency (data entry, MS Excel, system operations).
- Strong observational skills and high attention to detail.
- Integrity and honesty in handling expensive articles and accurate reporting.
- Good regional language proficiency (Tamil); basic working English for software operations.

Working Hours & Shift Patterns

Candidates should be open to working in assigned rotational or fixed shifts:
- Morning Shift: 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM (Includes 1-Hour Lunch Break)
- Night Shift: 8:30 PM – 8:30 AM
- General Shift: 9:30 AM – 9:00 PM (Includes 1-Hour Lunch Break)

Compensation & Additional Perks

- Salary: ₹10,000 to ₹15,000+ (Incentives/hikes based on performance, attendance, and technical proficiency).
- Accommodation & Food: Free/subsidized lodging and meal facilities provided for eligible outstation candidates willing to relocate, subject to company policies.
- Growth: Hands-on training on advanced BIS hallmarking procedures and spectrometry instrumentation. Contact Number - +91 97881 10111

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