CHEMIST QC FOR STEEL MANUFACTURING - BEMETARA , CHHATTISGARH

Job Description:

• Sample Testing: Analyze raw materials (sponge iron, ferro alloys), slag, and molten metal from the Steel Melting Shop (SMS).
• Analytical Techniques: Utilize spectrometers, wet chemistry, titrations, and physical testing to determine chemical composition, carbon content, and tensile strength.
• Quality Reporting: Document all test results in compliance with ISO/industry quality management standards.
• Operational Support: Provide real-time data to the production team for heat correction, ensuring steel meets required standards (e.g., IS 2830).
• Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment to ensure accurate results.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere strictly to safety standards (GLP - Good Laboratory Practices) when handling hazardous materials. 
  Required Skills and Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc.) in Chemistry, or a Diploma in Metallurgy/Chemical Engineering.
• Experience: 3+ years of experience in a steel plant or SMS laboratory is preferred, though knowledgeable freshers are sometimes accepted.
• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with ASTM/ISO standards and wet chemical analysis.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in operating instruments like spectrometers and wet lab tools. 
  Physical and Working Conditions

• Environment: Regular testing in laboratory settings, often located within the industrial plant.
• Shift Work: Typically requires 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. 
  Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication for reporting deviations to operations.