Job DescriptionPosition: Senior Executive – QA/QC
Department: Quality Assurance & Quality Control
Location: Bhuj
Experience: 6–12 Years
Industry Preference: Clay, Kaolin, Ball Clay, Industrial Minerals, Ceramics, Refractories, or Mineral Processing
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Senior Executive – QA/QC to oversee quality assurance and quality control activities across raw materials, in-process production, and finished products. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in the clay or industrial minerals industry, with expertise in laboratory testing, process quality monitoring, product consistency, and customer-specific quality requirements. The role requires close coordination with Production, Mining, R&D, and Sales teams to ensure that all products meet established quality standards and customer specifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and maintain quality standards for raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products.
- Ensure product quality complies with internal specifications and customer requirements.
- Supervise laboratory operations, testing schedules, and calibration of laboratory equipment.
- Conduct physical, chemical, and mineralogical analysis of clay and mineral products.
- Review laboratory test reports and maintain accurate quality records and documentation.
- Investigate quality deviations, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Coordinate with Production and Mining teams to optimize product quality and process consistency.
- Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), quality manuals, and testing methods.
- Monitor process parameters to improve product consistency and reduce quality-related issues.
- Handle customer complaints related to quality and provide technical support for resolution.
- Ensure compliance with ISO quality management systems and other applicable standards.
- Conduct internal quality audits and support external customer or certification audits.
- Train and mentor QA/QC technicians and laboratory staff on quality procedures and testing methods.
- Prepare quality performance reports and present quality metrics to management.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, laboratory efficiency, and process reliability.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Geology, Ceramic Engineering, Material Science, Mineral Processing, or a related discipline.
- 6–12 years of relevant QA/QC experience in the clay, kaolin, ball clay, ceramic raw materials, or industrial minerals industry.
- Strong knowledge of laboratory testing methods for clay and mineral products.
- Familiarity with particle size analysis, moisture determination, brightness testing, LOI, chemical analysis (XRF/XRD), and other mineral characterization techniques.
- Good understanding of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and quality documentation.
- Experience in laboratory equipment calibration and quality control procedures.
- Proficiency in MS Office and laboratory reporting systems.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and team management skills.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in kaolin, ball clay, silica, feldspar, or related mineral processing operations.
- Knowledge of statistical quality control (SQC), SPC tools, CAPA, and root cause analysis techniques.
- Exposure to customer audits and technical quality discussions.
- Ability to interpret laboratory data and recommend process improvements.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality and continuous improvement.
Key Competencies
- Quality Management
- Laboratory Operations
- Analytical Testing
- Process Improvement
- Root Cause Analysis
- Team Leadership
- Documentation & Reporting
- Customer Focus
- Cross-functional Coordination
- Problem Solving
Pay: ₹481,119.81 - ₹1,650,979.47 per year
Benefits:
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Commuter assistance
- Leave encashment
- Paid sick time
- Provident Fund
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bhuj, Gujarat (Bhuj): Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Application Question(s):
- What is your current In hand salary?
- What is your expected in hand salary?
Work Location: In person
