Job Description

- QA/QC ManagerAbout KCIL Specialty Chemicals

KCIL Specialty Chemicals is one of India's leading chemical manufacturing companies with a strong legacy of innovation, quality, and sustainability. With a turnover of

?250 crores

and an ambitious target of

?500 crores in the next 4 years

, KCIL continues to expand its footprint in the specialty chemicals sector.

KCIL operates

5 strategic manufacturing units at Taloja

, supported by state-of-the-art infrastructure ensuring consistent quality, regulatory compliance, and sustainable manufacturing practices.
The

Head Office

is located in

Bhandup, Mumbai

, with a

branch office in Hyderabad

.

KCIL believes in continuous improvement, investing in people, and fostering a performance-driven and innovation-oriented work culture.

Position Details

Job Title:

QA/QC Manager

Department:

Quality Assurance & Quality Control

Location:

Taloja Manufacturing Plant

Objective

To lead and manage the

Quality Assurance and Quality Control functions

, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, accurate and timely testing, robust documentation systems, audit readiness, and continuous improvement in product quality and processes.

Key ResponsibilitiesQuality Control (QC) Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day QC laboratory operations including

sampling, testing, analysis, and reporting

. Ensure testing of

Raw Materials (RM), Packing Materials (PM), Work-in-Process (WIP), and Finished Goods (FG)

as per approved SOPs, BIS, ISO, and customer specifications. Review, verify, and approve

Certificates of Analysis (COA)

prior to product release and dispatch. Ensure proper

operation, calibration, validation, and maintenance

of analytical instruments such as

HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV, GC-MS, ICP-MS

. Interpret analytical data and ensure compliance with product quality standards. Maintain

GLP (Good Laboratory Practices)

across all QC activities. Manage laboratory consumables, chemicals, reagents, and reference standards inventory.

Quality Assurance (QA) Responsibilities

Establish, implement, and maintain

Quality Management Systems (QMS)

in line with

ISO, GMP, NABL, FDA, and customer regulatory requirements

. Ensure complete and accurate

documentation, SOPs, specifications, validation protocols, and records

. Lead preparation and execution of

internal, external, customer, and regulatory audits

. Handle

customer complaints

, conduct root cause analysis, and implement

CAPA (Corrective & Preventive Actions)

. Review and approve SOPs, batch records, change controls, deviations, and investigation reports. Ensure compliance with

data integrity and documentation practices

.

Leadership & Cross-functional Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop

QC Chemists, Analysts, and QA personnel

. Conduct regular

training programs

on SOPs, safety, GMP, GLP, and quality systems. Collaborate with

Production, R&D, and Supply Chain

teams for quality improvements and process optimization. Participate in

new product development, scale-up trials, and technology transfers

from R&D to production. Plan manpower, laboratory capacity, and resource utilization effectively. Use

SAP / ERP systems

for quality data management and reporting (preferred).

Job SpecificationsEducation

B.Sc. / M.Sc. in Chemistry

(Organic / Analytical Chemistry preferred)

Experience

8 to 12 years

of total experience in QA/QC

3-4 years

in a managerial or leadership role Experience in

chemical / pharma / specialty chemical manufacturing industry

preferred

Skills & CompetenciesTechnical Skills

Hands-on expertise with

GC, HPLC, FTIR, UV, GC-MS, ICP-MS

Strong knowledge of

ISO, GMP, BIS, regulatory compliance

Statistical Quality Control (SQC) Root Cause Analysis & CAPA implementation ERP / SAP system exposure (preferred)

Behavioral Competencies

Strong leadership and decision-making abilities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills High attention to detail and quality mindset Problem-solving and analytical thinking Team development and stakeholder management

Additional Requirements

Prior experience in a

regulated manufacturing environment

with strong documentation practices Ability to handle

customer audits and technical discussions independently

Willingness to be

based full-time at the Taloja manufacturing location

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹850,000.00 - ₹1,712,028.92 per year

Benefits:

Commuter assistance Food provided Health insurance Internet reimbursement Life insurance Provident Fund
Work Location: In person