Associate Manager

Purpose/Objective

To manage and control all laboratory activities related to testing, analysis, quality assurance, calibration, and compliance.
The Lab Incharge is responsible for ensuring accurate test results, maintaining laboratory equipment, implementing quality procedures, and supporting production through timely testing and reporting.

Key Responsibilities of Role

Key Responsibilities Laboratory Operations - Plan, supervise, and control day-to-day laboratory activities.
- Ensure timely testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products.
- Monitor laboratory adherence to approved testing methods, SOPs, and quality standards.
- Ensure accurate documentation and reporting of test results.
Quality Control & Compliance - Ensure compliance with applicable standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
- Review test reports and analyze trends to identify quality issues.
- Investigate non-conformities and recommend corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Support internal and external quality audits.
Equipment Management - Ensure proper operation, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory instruments.
- Coordinate preventive maintenance and annual calibration schedules.
- Maintain records of calibration and equipment performance.
Team Management - Supervise laboratory technicians and chemists.
- Allocate work, monitor performance, and provide technical guidance.
- Conduct training programs on testing methods, safety practices, and quality procedures.
Documentation & Reporting - Maintain laboratory records, logs, reports, and quality documentation.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly laboratory performance reports.
- Ensure traceability of test samples and records.
Safety & Housekeeping - Implement laboratory safety policies and procedures.
- Ensure proper handling and disposal of chemicals and test materials.
- Maintain housekeeping and safe working conditions within the laboratory.

Technical Competencies

Laboratory Testing & Analysis,Quality Control Procedures,Instrument Calibration & Maintenance,Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Qualifications and Experience

Required Qualifications - B.
Sc.
/M.
Sc.
in Chemistry, Material Science, Physics, or related discipline.
- Diploma/B.
Tech/M.
Tech in relevant Engineering discipline (for industrial laboratories).