Job Description

Job Title:

Senior Manager - Quality Assurance and R&D - Activated Carbon Plant

Location:

Ponnapuram Village, Dharapuram Taluk, Tirupur District, Tamil Nadu

Company Overview:

Carbonmax Advantech Pvt Ltd

is a leading manufacturer of coconut shell-based steam activated carbon with integrated infrastructure for granulation, rotary kiln-based activation, post-activation processes, and advanced value addition plants. These include acid-washed carbon, powdered activated carbon, impregnated carbon, pelletized carbon, and catalytic carbon. Carbonmax is rapidly expanding into

custom and specialty carbon applications

, including

supercapacitors, gas filtration, gold recovery

, and other high-performance material domains.

Position Summary:

We are looking for a

Senior Manager - Quality Assurance, R&D and Value-Added Carbon Products

to lead end-to-end QA, QC, and product innovation efforts across all divisions of the plant. The role includes oversight of production QA/QC labs, value-added carbon labs, and R&D studio; implementation of international testing protocols (ASTM, AWWA, JIS, EN); team management; compliance leadership; and new product development for global carbon applications.

This role demands deep domain expertise in

activated carbon quality, laboratory instrumentation, documentation, and lean quality management systems

, and will play a key role in transitioning the company from commodity to specialty carbon manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities: Quality Assurance & Quality Control:

Oversee QA/QC of:

Raw material (charcoal, chemicals) In-process material Finished activated carbon (steam activated, acid washed, PAC, impregnated, pelletized, catalytic)
Implement global test methods:

ASTM Standards

: D4607 (Iodine), D2854 (Ash), D2867 (Moisture), D3838 (Density), D3467 (CTC), D5158 (Hardness)

AWWA B600

(Water treatment carbon)

JIS Methods

(MB adsorption, pH, volatile content)

Gold Recovery Testing

(K value, R value, cyanide adsorption)

BET surface area

,

pore distribution

,

acid/base leaching

VOC & gas phase testing using GC/FID, if applicable
Approve and issue

Certificate of Analysis (COA)

with batch data

Conduct

inter-lab validation

, retain sample reviews, and audit trails

Laboratory Operations & Equipment:

Supervise operations across:

Production QA/QC Lab

Value-Added Carbon Lab

R&D Studio Lab

Maintain, calibrate and utilize:

BET Analyzer

,

Malvern Particle Size Analyzer

UV-VIS Spectrophotometer

,

Turbidity Meter

Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS)

Moisture Analyzer

,

Muffle Furnace

,

Crushers

TGA/DSC

,

Zeta Potential

,

GC-MS (if deployed)

Ensure GLP, safety, chemical handling, calibration logs, and SOPs

New Product Development & R&D:

Lead formulation and testing of specialty carbon products for:

Supercapacitor cathodes

- high surface area, electrical conductivity

VOC and gas phase filtration

Gold recovery and metal adsorption

Pharma and food grade carbon

- low leachable impurities
Coordinate:

Bench-scale trials, scale-up validations, application benchmarking Lab-to-production integration and performance testing Technical datasheet development

Team Management & Capability Development:

Build and supervise team of:

Lab chemists, QA/QC officers, R&D executives, documentation staff
Define KRAs, skill matrix, SOP adherence

Conduct training programs in:

Test methods, documentation, root cause analysis International QA/QC standards, instrumentation usage ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, REACH, FSSAI (if applicable)

Systems, Documentation & Compliance:

Implement and maintain:

COAs, Batch sheets, NCR logs, Deviation Reports, Lab notebooks ISO documentation and internal audits
Drive compliance with:

TNPCB, ISO, FSSAI, ROHS, REACH, Electrical/Boiler Inspectorate
Coordinate third-party inspections, customer audits, and validations

Continuous Improvement & Lean QA:

Promote 5S, Lean Lab, and Kaizen culture

Conduct RCA for non-conformances and implement CAPAs

Improve:

Test cycle time COA dispatch reliability Equipment downtime and lab utility efficiency

Eligibility Criteria:Qualification:

M.Sc. / B.E. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science or Industrial Chemistry Additional training in QA systems or analytical chemistry preferred

Experience:

10-18 years in QA/QC or R&D roles, preferably in:

Activated Carbon / Specialty Chemicals / Battery Materials / Water & Air Filtration Media
Hands-on experience in advanced lab instruments and international testing protocols

Technical Skills:

Global test standards: ASTM, AWWA, JIS, EN Advanced instrumentation and lab data interpretation Quality systems, audit handling, team leadership ERP or LIMS for quality and traceability

Language:

Tamil (mandatory), English (working), Hindi (preferred)

Software Skills:

ERP systems, MS Excel, QA reports, instrument software

Key Competencies:

Lab and QA team leadership Global test method application Documentation and audit readiness Product development and application benchmarking Structured execution and problem-solving Commitment to innovation in carbon materials

Reporting To:

Director - Technical & Operations

Employment Type:

Full-time | On-site (Ponnapuram Plant)

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience Performance-based incentives Statutory benefits and medical insurance On-site accommodation and canteen facility Exposure to advanced carbon materials segment Learning and development support

Schedule:

Day Shift Monday to Saturday (occasional weekend availability)

Supplemental Pay:

Performance bonus Annual bonus Overtime pay (where applicable)

Ability to Commute/Relocate:

Ponnapuram, Dharapuram Taluk:

Must be able to relocate or commute reliably. On-site factory accommodation available if required.

How to Apply:

Send your updated CV to:

hr.factory@carbonmaxtech.com

Subject:

"Application - Senior Manager - QA & R&D - Activated Carbon"

Speak with us:

+91 99434 99855

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?50,000.00 - ?75,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Commuter assistance Food provided Health insurance Provident Fund
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Supplemental Pay:

Overtime pay Performance bonus Yearly bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:

Dharapuram, Tamil Nadu: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person