Job Description

Glass Manufacturing - Chemist (Chemical Laboratory)

Designation:

Assistant Manager - Chemical Lab

Department:

Quality / R&D / Process Control

Location:

Butibori, Nagpur (Manufacturing Plant)

Experience:

2-5 Years

Industry:

Glass Manufacturing / Float Glass / Solar Glass / Specialty Glass

Role Purpose

The Chemist - Chemical Laboratory will be responsible for

chemical analysis, quality control, and process support

for glass manufacturing operations. The role ensures

raw material quality, batch chemistry accuracy, furnace chemistry stability, and final product compliance

with internal and customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities

Chemical Analysis & Quality Control

Conduct

routine and advanced chemical analysis

of: + Raw materials (silica sand, soda ash, limestone, dolomite, cullet, additives)
+ Batch compositions
+ Molten glass samples and finished glass products
Perform

wet chemical analysis, instrumental analysis

, and lab testing as per SOPs. Ensure

chemical composition adherence

to defined glass recipes and quality standards.

Process & Furnace Support

Monitor and analyze

furnace chemistry

, batch deviations, and glass defects. Support

process optimization initiatives

related to melting efficiency, fining, and defect reduction. Coordinate with

production, furnace, and quality teams

to resolve chemistry-related issues.

Laboratory Operations

Maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments such as: + XRF, ICP-OES, UV-Vis Spectrophotometer
+ Titration systems, muffle furnace, analytical balances
Ensure

lab housekeeping, chemical handling, and safety compliance

. Maintain

chemical inventory, MSDS, and storage norms

.

Documentation & Compliance

Prepare and maintain: + Test reports, COAs, and analysis records
+ Quality logs and deviation reports
Support

internal audits, customer audits, and ISO/QMS documentation

. Ensure compliance with

EHS, safety, and statutory guidelines

.

Continuous Improvement & Coordination

Participate in

root cause analysis (RCA)

for quality deviations. Support

new raw material trials, vendor qualification

, and alternate material testing. Assist in

process standardization and SOP updates

.

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong understanding of

glass chemistry and batch formulation

Hands-on experience with

chemical testing and lab instrumentation

Knowledge of

glass defects and chemistry-related process issues

Data analysis, documentation, and reporting skills High attention to detail and problem-solving mindset Strong coordination with plant and cross-functional teams

Educational Qualification

M.Sc. Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry / Industrial Chemistry

(B.Sc. + relevant experience may be considered)

Experience Requirements

2-5 years

of experience in: + Glass manufacturing plant laboratory
+ Float glass / Solar glass / Specialty glass industry preferred
Exposure to

plant-scale quality labs

is mandatory

Job Snapshot

Updated Date
17-01-2026
Job ID
AvaadaJob1444
Department
Glass Manufacturing
Location
Butibori, Maharashtra, India
Experience
2 - 5 Years
Employee Type
Permanent