Job Description

Job Title: Engineer / Senior Engineer - Quality Lab

Department

: Quality Assurance / Quality Control

Reports To

: Quality Manager / QA Head

Industry

: Automotive (Plastic Components)

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented

Engineer/Sr. Engineer - Quality Lab

with a strong background in chemical analysis and quality testing for automotive plastic components. The ideal candidate will have

3 to 6 years

of relevant experience in a quality lab environment, particularly within the

automotive plastics sector

.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct routine and non-routine

testing of raw materials, in-process, and finished plastic components

as per automotive standards (e.g., ASTM, ISO, TS/IATF 16949). Perform

chemical and physical tests

such as FTIR, DSC, TGA, MFI, tensile strength, hardness, color matching, and other polymer testing techniques. Develop and validate

standard operating procedures (SOPs)

and

test methods

. Maintain proper

calibration and upkeep of lab instruments

and testing equipment. Conduct

root cause analysis (RCA)

for quality issues and assist in

CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions)

. Generate and analyze test reports; communicate findings to cross-functional teams (e.g., Production, R&D, Supplier Quality). Support

internal and external audits

(e.g., IATF, customer audits). Maintain and manage

laboratory documentation

, test records, and retain samples in line with QMS requirements. Ensure compliance with

safety, environmental, and quality regulations

.

Qualifications:

B. Tech in Chemical Engineering or M.Sc. in Chemistry or Equivelent in related Field. 3 to 6 years of

hands-on experience in Quality Lab testing

in the

automotive plastic industry

. Familiarity with quality tools and systems (e.g., 5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, SPC, MSA, APQP, PPAP). Knowledge of polymer materials and additives used in automotive plastic components. Good communication and analytical skills. Proficiency in MS Office and lab software (e.g., LIMS - Lab Information Management System).

Preferred:

Exposure to international automotive OEM requirements. Certified in internal auditing for ISO 9001/IATF 16949 (preferred but not mandatory).
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?25,000.00 - ?35,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Leave encashment Life insurance Provident Fund
Schedule:

Day shift Fixed shift
Work Location: In person