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The role manages laboratory testing, product qualification, benchmarking, plant issue investigations, failure analysis, counterfeit product identification, and Intellectual Property (IP)-related testing while ensuring compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 and NABL requirements. The incumbent oversees day-to-day laboratory operations, resource planning, calibration and validation programs, measurement uncertainty (MU), Green Pathway initiatives, laboratory capability enhancement, and the development, validation, and standardization of new test methods. As an authorized signatory in the absence of the Laboratory Manager, the role is responsible for reviewing and approving test reports and maintaining the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of laboratory data and records. Additionally, the position drives 5S, laboratory housekeeping, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain an efficient, compliant, and audit-ready laboratory environment. The role provides technical leadership and subject matter expertise to R&D-Innovation, Quality, Manufacturing, and Global Aliaxis teams, with hands-on expertise in advanced polymer characterization techniques including FTIR, DSC, TGA, DMA, SEM-EDX, XRF, Capillary Rheometry, and Weathering Testing, along with strong knowledge of UTM, Charpy and Izod Impact Testing, HDT/VST, MFI, viscosity testing, and other polymer testing and characterization methods. Strong project management, communication, data analysis, Excel, PowerPoint, and presentation skills are essential for delivering high-quality technical outcomes and supporting innovation, product quality, and business growth.\nRoles and Responsibility:\nLead testing, quality control, analytics, and validation activities for New Product Development (NPD) projects in accordance with the Stage & Gate Process, ensuring timely execution from concept through product launch.\nDemonstrate strong technical knowledge of polymer materials, processing technologies, and product performance requirements, with expertise in uPVC & CPVC pipes and fittings, solvent cement, water storage tanks, and other polymer-based products.\nIndependently perform, supervise, and interpret a wide range of polymer testing and characterization activities, including UTM, Charpy & Izod Impact, HDT/VST, MFI, Capillary Rheometer, Weathering (Q-SUN/Xenon), Fusion Study, Viscosity, XRF, DSC, TGA, DMA, SEM-EDX, and other advanced material characterization techniques.\nSupport plant issue investigations, failure analysis, counterfeit product identification, intellectual property (IP)-related testing, material qualification, benchmarking studies, and root cause analysis to support business and quality objectives.\nProvide subject matter expertise for QA/QC analysis, NPD projects, product validation, process improvement initiatives, and technical problem-solving activities.\nCollaborate closely with R&D, Innovation, Quality, Manufacturing, Procurement, and external partners to achieve project objectives and deliver high-quality technical outcomes.\nManage annual maintenance, calibration, intermediate checks, performance verification, and preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment as per approved schedules.\nReview, validate, and maintain test reports, technical records, raw data registers, equipment logbooks, trend charts, and laboratory documentation to ensure data integrity and traceability.\nLead and support implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of the ISO/IEC 17025 Laboratory Quality Management System, including:\nEnsuring SOPs are current, available, and consistently followed.\nCompliance with latest ASTM, ISO, BIS, and other applicable standards.\nNew test method development and validation.\nMeasurement Uncertainty (MU) estimation and maintenance.\nProficiency Testing (PT) and Inter-Laboratory Comparison (ILC) participation.\nSRM/IRM testing and control chart monitoring.\nRaw data, master register, and report verification.\nLMS maintenance and documentation control.\nVerification of calibration certificates and quality records.\nRepeat/replicate testing and investigation of abnormal results.\nClosure of non-conformances arising from internal and external audits.\nLead NABL accreditation activities and support Green Pathway initiatives to strengthen laboratory compliance, sustainability, and operational excellence.\nEnsure adequate inventory and availability of laboratory consumables, spare parts, reference materials, and testing resources.\nDrive 5S implementation, laboratory housekeeping, safety compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain an organized, efficient, safe, and audit-ready laboratory environment.\nPlan, coordinate, and execute laboratory activities in the absence of the Laboratory Manager and act as authorized signatory for reports and laboratory records as delegated.\nLead assigned laboratory sections to ensure safe, efficient, and quality-compliant operations while achieving testing, project, and business objectives.\nSkills and Competencies\n6 - 8 Yrs of relevant experience\nBachelor's /Master’s degree in disciplines related to Polymer Engineering/Science, Plastic Technology, Chemical Engineer\nStrong knowledge of polymer materials, polymer processing, product performance, and material characterization techniques.\nGood understanding of uPVC, CPVC, solvent cement, water storage tanks, and other 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