QC Chemist

Vijay Solvex Limited
Gandhidham, Gujarat

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Full-time
₹20,000 - ₹30,000 a month
4 hours ago

Qualifications

B.Sc
First aid
Laboratory experience
CPR
Master's degree
Analysis skills
Science
Bachelor's degree
HACCP
Chemistry
Training & development
Manufacturing
Diploma

Full job description

(Refined Soyabean Oil & Palmolein Testing with ISO 22000 Knowledge – Edible Oil Packing Unit)

Job Purpose

To perform quality testing of refined soyabean oil and refined palmolein, ensure compliance with

food safety and quality standards, and support implementation and maintenance of ISO 22000

systems in the edible oil packing unit.

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Testing

 Perform routine testing of refined soyabean oil and palmolein.

 Analyze raw materials, packing materials, and finished products.

 Ensure compliance with FSSAI and customer specifications.

 Maintain test records, COAs, and laboratory documentation.

Testing Parameters Knowledge

Physical & Chemical Tests

 Free Fatty Acid (FFA)

 Acid Value

 Peroxide Value (PV)

 Moisture & Volatile Matter

 Color (Lovibond)

 Specific Gravity

 Refractive Index

 Iodine Value

 Saponification Value

 Unsaponifiable Matter

Quality & Purity Tests

 Argemone oil test

 Baudouin test

 Mineral oil contamination awareness

 Adulteration checks

Process Monitoring

 Filtration quality

 Packing line hygiene monitoring

 Temperature monitoring during filling

 Oil clarity and haziness observation

ISO 22000 / Food Safety Responsibilities

 Maintain ISO 22000 documentation and records.

 Participate in HACCP studies and hazard analysis.

 Monitor CCPs and OPRPs.

 Ensure GMP, GHP, and hygiene compliance in plant and laboratory.

 Support internal audits and external audits.

 Handle non-conformance and corrective actions.

 Ensure traceability and batch identification system compliance.

Packing Material Testing

 Testing of Pouch film, Carton and other packaging material.

 Verify COAs of packaging materials.

 Monitor packaging integrity and leakage issues.

Documentation & Compliance

 Maintain laboratory registers and calibration records.

 Prepare COAs and test reports.

 Maintain retention samples.

 Ensure compliance with:

o ISO 22000

o FSSAI requirements

Coordination Responsibilities

 Coordinate with production and maintenance teams for quality issues.

 Assist in customer complaint investigation.

Knowledge Set Required

Technical Knowledge

 Edible oil chemistry

 Palmolein and soyabean oil characteristics

 Laboratory glassware and analytical instruments

Instrument Knowledge

 Moisture meter

 Hot air oven

 Muffle furnace

 Digital weighing balance

 Lovibond tintometer

 Karl Fischer basics (preferred)

 Refractometer

ISO 22000 Knowledge

 HACCP principles

 CCP and OPRP monitoring

 GMP/GHP requirements

 Traceability and recall system

 Internal audit basics

 Food safety documentation

Safety Knowledge

 Laboratory chemical handling

 MSDS awareness

 Fire and spill safety

 Safe chemical storage

Educational Qualification

 B.Sc./M.Sc. in Chemistry / Food Technology

 Diploma in Food Safety or ISO 22000 knowledge preferred

Experience

 1–5 years experience in edible oil or food industry preferred

 Experience in edible oil testing laboratory preferred

Key Skills

 Analytical skills

 Documentation and record keeping

 Problem-solving ability

 Audit handling capability

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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