Job Summary :
The Assistant Manager Lab / QC & R&D will lead laboratory operations, ensure quality control of masterbatch production, and drive R&D initiatives. The role includes supervising daily testing, approving batches, improving formulations, ensuring instrument accuracy, coordinating customer colour approvals, and preparing QC / R&D reports to support production and management decisions.
Job Description :
- Lead daily Lab & QC operations, ensuring accurate testing (MFI, dispersion, colour measurement, melt index, moisture).
- Approve production batches and monitor product quality against standards.
- Conduct R&D and formulation trials for colors, additives, and fillers.
- Maintain and calibrate lab instruments and ensure compliance with QA standards.
- Train lab staff on testing procedures, safety, and quality protocols.
- Coordinate customer shade / colour approvals and address technical queries.
- Prepare monthly QC & R&D reports for management.
- Report quality deviations and collaborate with Production for corrective actions.
Qualifications & Experience :
B.E. Polymer Engineering3-5 years of experience in plastic masterbatch / polymer QC and R&D.Strong hands-on exposure to lab testing (MFI, dispersion, colour, moisture), batch approval, and formulation trials.Skilled in instrument calibration, QC documentation, customer shade approvals, and coordinating with production for quality improvements.