Junior Chemist

**Full job description**

We are seeking Junior Chemist for our plant. Applicants are must be from an Science background with the experience in steel manufacturing industry.

**Job Title** - Junior Chemist.

**Job Purpose**:
Testing, analyzing, and ensuring the quality of raw materials (such as iron ore, coal, dolomite, limestone, and pellets) used in the steel manufacturing process as per company and BIS standards.

**Key Responsibilities**:
1. **Sample Collection & Preparation**
- Collect raw material samples (iron ore, coal, limestone, dolomite, etc.) from stockyard, conveyor, or storage areas as per sampling procedures.
- Crush, grind, and prepare representative samples for testing.

2. **Chemical Analysis**
- Conduct routine chemical analysis of raw materials using wet chemistry methods and instruments such as:

- Spectrophotometer
- Flame photometer
- pH meter
- Weighing balance
- Analyze for key parameters such as Fe, SiO₂, Al₂O₃, CaO, MgO, S, P, LOI, etc.

3. **Instrument Operation & Maintenance**
- Operate analytical instruments like **XRF**, **AAS**, or **Carbon-Sulfur analyzer** under supervision.
- Maintain calibration and cleanliness of lab instruments and equipment.

4. **Documentation & Reporting**
- Record analytical results accurately in lab registers, ERP, or Excel sheets.
- Prepare and submit daily test reports to the Senior Chemist / Shift In-charge.
- Maintain records of samples, reagents, and analysis results.

5. **Quality Control**
- Assist in cross-checking test results to ensure accuracy and consistency.
- Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and laboratory safety protocols.
- Participate in inter-laboratory comparisons and quality audits.

6. **Safety & Compliance**
- Ensure safe handling of acids, reagents, and high-temperature equipment.
- Follow all plant safety rules, PPE requirements, and housekeeping standards.

7. **Learning & Development**
- Undergo training on lab practices, analytical methods, and process knowledge.
- Learn about raw material specifications and their impact on steelmaking quality.

**Key Skills Required**:

- Knowledge of basic chemistry and analytical techniques
- Familiarity with steel plant raw materials and testing procedures
- Attention to detail and accuracy in data recording
- Basic computer literacy (MS Excel, Word)
- Good communication and teamwork

**Qualification**:

- B.Sc. / M.Sc. in Chemistry or Diploma in Chemical Engineering
- **Experience**: 1-2 years working experience in **Steel Industry.**

Pay: ₹15,500.00 - ₹20,500.00 per month

Schedule:

- Morning / Day shift

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (preferred)

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹15,500.00 - ₹20,500.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Health insurance
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person