Lab Incharge

Job Description:
As the Lab and Warranty In charge, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our products. Your responsibilities will include monitoring and managing laboratory operations, conducting quality assessments, and handling warranty-related activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemical analysis, instrument calibration, and quality management systems, with a proven ability to drive process improvements and maintain high standards of quality.
Key Responsibilities:

1. Raw Material Inspection:
• Monitor incoming raw materials on a daily basis and make acceptance/rejection decisions based on predefined criteria.

1. In-Process Quality Control:
• Conduct chemical analysis of in-process materials, including alloys, plates, and acids.
• Ensure all processes adhere to quality standards and specifications.

1. Laboratory Resource Management:
• Manage laboratory resources, including chemicals, standards, and instrument spare parts.
• Ensure proper inventory management and timely replenishment of supplies.

1. SAP Knowledge:
• Demonstrate proficiency in SAP, particularly in procurement and requisition processes.

1. Testing and Analysis:
• Conduct assigned tests, routine checks, and development tests as per timelines to meet customer requirements.
• Review lab-related activities with customers and provide necessary updates.

1. Training and Development:
• Train subordinates on laboratory procedures and quality control standards.

1. Instrument Calibration:
• Perform calibration of all lab instruments as per defined frequencies, including those under AMCs (Annual Maintenance Contracts).

1. Lab Test Reports:
• Prepare and release lab test reports on time, ensuring they meet customer requirements.

1. Customer Complaints:
• Conduct battery cut-open analysis for customer complaints and provide detailed inputs related to failures.

1. IATF Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with IATF requirements for all lab-related activities.

1. External Testing:
• Coordinate with external labs for testing when in-house facilities are unavailable.

1. Customer Support:
• Review with customers to provide solutions related to battery issues and ensure customer satisfaction.

1. Warranty Management:
• Manage and analyze warranty data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Provide insights and recommendations to enhance product quality and reduce warranty claims.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Technical Expertise:
• In-depth knowledge of chemical preparation and analysis.
• Proficiency in instrument calibration and maintenance.
• Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and internal audits.
• Familiarity with IATF standards and their application in laboratory settings.
• Mastery of core Quality Control (QC) tools and problem-solving methodologies.

• Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with stakeholders across departments.
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster a collaborative work environment.

• Analytical and Decision-Making Abilities:
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Ability to make critical decisions on product acceptance based on quality assessments.

• Battery Knowledge:
• Comprehensive knowledge of lead-acid battery manufacturing processes and technologies.
• Awareness of national and international standards related to battery quality and safety.

• Software Proficiency:
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for report preparation and data analysis