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Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION – ANALYTICAL LAB CHEMIST

Document No. JD/QC/ALC

Position: Analytical Lab Chemist

Department: Quality Control / Analytical Laboratory
Experience: 3–4 Years

Qualification: M.Sc. Chemistry / M.Sc. Analytical Chemistry / equivalent
Industry: Dyes & Dye Intermediates / Chemical Manufacturing
Location: Associated Dyestuff Pvt. Ltd., Saykha

1. 
   Job Purpose

To perform accurate and timely chemical and instrumental analysis of raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and process samples to ensure compliance with established quality specifications, customer requirements, and applicable safety standards.

2. Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine chemical and instrumental analysis of raw materials, intermediates, finished products, and process samples.
• Perform analysis as per approved Standard Test Procedures (STP), specifications, and analytical methods.
• Handle and operate laboratory instruments such as, HPLC, GC, UV-Visible Spectrophotometer, Karl Fischer, PH Meter, Melting Point Apparatus (MPA), Moisture Analyzer, Titration systems and other routine QC Lab. Equipment.
• Carry out assay, purity, moisture, PH, acidity/alkalinity, melting point, inorganic impurities, and other product-specific tests.
• Perform HPLC/GC analysis, including sample preparation, system suitability, sequence preparation, result interpretation, and basic troubleshooting.
• Analyse in-process samples and communicate results to the production/process team within the required turnaround time.
• Check raw materials against approved specifications before release for production use.
• Test finished products and prepare analytical reports/COA data as per specifications.
• Maintain proper laboratory records, worksheets, analytical reports, logbooks, and instrument records.
• Ensure proper identification, labelling, storage, and disposal of laboratory samples and chemicals.
• Prepare and standardize laboratory reagents, volumetric solutions, buffers, and indicators.
• Perform calibration, verification, and routine maintenance of laboratory instruments as per SOP.
• Participate in method validation, method verification, system suitability, and analytical method transfer activities, wherever applicable.
• Investigate abnormal/OOS/OOT analytical results in coordination with the QC team and concerned departments.
• Follow proper GLP, GMP, laboratory safety, and chemical handling practices.
• Ensure good housekeeping and 5S practices within the QC laboratory.
• Maintain adequate stock of laboratory chemicals, solvents, reagents, and consumables and inform the supervisor about shortages.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits by providing required analytical records and documentation.
• Coordinate with Production, R&D, QA, and other departments regarding analytical requirements and quality-related issues.

• Maintain confidentiality of analytical methods, product specifications, and company information.

3. Required Technical Skills

• Good practical knowledge of wet chemical analysis and instrumental analysis.
• Hands-on experience with HPLC and GC is preferred.
• Knowledge of chromatographic principles, sample preparation, standard preparation, and system suitability.
• Knowledge of GLP, GMP, SOPs, and laboratory safety practices.
• Ability to understand specifications, analytical methods, COA, and test reports.
• Basic knowledge of OOS/OOT investigation and root-cause analysis.
• Good documentation and record-keeping skills.
• Basic computer knowledge, particularly MS Excel and MS Word.
• Candidates with practical experience in HPLC, GC, UV, Karl Fischer, and wet chemical analysis will be preferred
  4. Behavioural Competencies
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Willingness to work in shifts, if required.
• Ability to work under time constraints while maintaining analytical accuracy.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and laboratory discipline.

5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy and reliability of analytical results.
• Timely completion of sample analysis.
• Compliance with approved specifications and analytical procedures.
• Proper maintenance of laboratory documentation and records.
• Instrument uptime and compliance with calibration schedules.
• Reduction/prevention of analytical errors.
• Compliance with GLP/GMP, safety, and SOP requirements.
• Timely support for production and quality-related investigations.

6. Safety Responsibilities

• Follow all laboratory safety procedures while handling acids, alkalis, solvents, dyes, intermediates, and other hazardous chemicals.
• Use appropriate PPE at all times.
• Follow proper procedures for handling, storage, and disposal of chemical waste.
• Immediately report spills, unsafe conditions, instrument abnormalities, and incidents to the concerned supervisor.
• Maintain awareness of chemical hazards and SDS/MSDS requirements.