Chemist - PT Lab / Chemical Lab - PSF / PFF / PFY

Role Overview

This position is for a laboratory chemist responsible for supporting shift operations and ensuring accurate testing, reporting, and control of samples in a plant environment. The role covers routine analytical work, calibration, data entry, compliance, and coordination with multiple internal teams.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist the shift in charge with day-to-day shift coordination activities.
• Organize and prioritize samples for testing based on urgency and operational needs.
• Arrange the correct sample containers, identify the right carriers for sample movement, and set the proper pre-testing storage location.
• Check that chemicals and standards used for analysis are fit for use, then carry out testing by strictly following the prescribed procedure.
• Verify test outcomes using validation methods before sharing results.
• Identify required calibrations as defined by the method protocol and instrument schedule.
• Prepare calibration standards and working standards as needed.
• Carry out calibrations according to the method and equipment schedule, and standardize laboratory solutions.
• Assess the performance of additives and process chemicals.
• Collect raw material samples as required and monitor the quality of incoming materials.
• Complete timely analysis and reporting for raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and troubleshooting samples across plants.
• Classify product grades according to specification requirements.
• Spot test deviations or unusual results and flag exceptions.
• Take immediate corrective action in emergency situations under the guidance of the section head.
• Maintain proper sample retention as per laboratory procedure to support customer-related issue handling when needed.
• Dispose of leftover samples safely in line with SOPs and coordinate with plant teams and other agencies for follow-up actions.
• Work with laboratory quality system requirements and use LIMS and SAP QM effectively in daily lab operations.
• Maintain laboratory inventory such as reagents, glassware, and equipment, and raise requirements in time to ensure availability.
• Take part in audits related to laboratory quality systems, including safety audits.
• Ensure test results are entered and approved in LIMS on time.
• Stay updated on environmental, site, and statutory regulations.
• Handle chemicals and equipment in line with safety requirements.
• Keep the laboratory clean, orderly, and safe.
• Follow and enforce applicable HSE procedures and practices.
• Provide on-the-job training to analysts and new joiners on laboratory analysis work.
• Provide on-the-job training to analysts and new joiners on laboratory safety.
• Participate in external training programs and events as directed by the section head.
• Deliver assigned tasks within timelines even when plans change unexpectedly.
• Coordinate effectively with business teams, customers, operations, E&M, and HSEF stakeholders.
• Manage sample handling and prioritize work assignments efficiently.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of laboratory testing procedures and calibration practices.
• Practical knowledge of quality systems and compliance requirements in a laboratory setting.
• Hands-on experience with LIMS and SAP QM is preferred for daily lab activities.
• Ability to manage samples, lab inventory, and reporting with accuracy and speed.
• Good awareness of safety, HSE practices, and laboratory housekeeping standards.
• Capability to work across multiple interfaces and adapt to changing priorities.
• Experience in QA/QC discipline for 5 to 7 years.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry; a master’s degree is preferred.

Additional Information

The role includes responsibilities linked to fire safety management, fire and gas detection systems, waste management, integrated management systems, HSE management systems, HSE policy and procedures, and emergency preparedness and response.

The position also expects competency in timely task execution, handling erratic changes in plans, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.

Number of openings was not specified.

Compensation details were not provided.