Quality Control Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect and verify all incoming raw materials, chemicals, pigments, additives, resins, solvents, packaging materials, and other purchased materials.
• Conduct incoming quality inspection and testing as per approved specifications, test methods, and sampling plans.
• Verify supplier COA (Certificate of Analysis) against internal quality requirements.
• Ensure proper sampling, identification, labelling, and traceability of incoming materials.
• Perform laboratory testing using appropriate instruments and equipment.
• Compare test results with approved specifications and acceptance criteria.
• Release, hold, or reject incoming materials based on quality test results.
• Prepare and maintain Incoming Quality Inspection Reports (IQIR) and related QC records.
• Raise non-conformance reports for materials that do not meet specifications and coordinate with Purchase/Supplier Quality for corrective action.
• Monitor supplier quality performance and identify recurring quality issues.
• Coordinate with Stores, Purchase, Production, R&D, and other departments regarding material quality and disposition.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of QC samples and retain samples.
• Maintain calibration status and proper use of laboratory testing instruments.
• Follow established SOPs, quality procedures, safety requirements, and documentation practices.
• Support internal audits, supplier audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in investigation of material-related quality issues and support Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective & Preventive Action (CAPA).
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date quality records and reports.

Skills & Qualifications

• Qualification: B.Sc./M.Sc. in Chemistry, B.Tech./M.Tech. in Chemical Technology, or equivalent qualification.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in QC/QA, preferably in Paints & Chemicals industries.
• Strong knowledge of Incoming Quality Control (IQC) procedures and raw material testing.
• Good understanding of chemical raw materials, pigments, resins, additives, solvents, and packaging materials.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory testing and QC instruments.
• Good knowledge of specifications, sampling procedures, COA verification, and test methods.
• Knowledge of NCR, RCA, CAPA, 5 Why, and basic quality management practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good documentation and reporting skills.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with suppliers and internal departments.
• Working knowledge of MS Excel and quality documentation systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to make quality-based decisions independently.

Key Competencies

Technical Knowledge | Analytical Thinking | Problem Solving | Supplier Coordination | Documentation | Quality Awareness | Team Coordination | Attention to Detail