Lab Incharge

Lab Incharge – Feed LaboratoryDepartment: Quality Control / Quality Assurance

Reports To: Quality Manager / Plant Manager

Job Summary:

The Lab Incharge is responsible for managing and supervising all laboratory activities related to feed quality testing, ensuring that raw materials, in-process samples, and finished feed products meet the company's quality standards and regulatory requirements. The role involves leading a team of lab technicians, maintaining lab equipment, and ensuring accurate and timely analysis and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:1. Laboratory Management

• Oversee day-to-day laboratory operations for feed quality testing.
• Plan, organize, and assign work to laboratory staff.
• Maintain lab cleanliness, safety, and compliance with good laboratory practices (GLP).

2. Quality Testing

• Conduct and supervise analysis of raw materials, intermediates, and finished feeds (e.g., moisture, protein, fat, fiber, ash, calcium, phosphorus, etc.).
• Ensure calibration and standardization of equipment such as NIR, spectrophotometer, Kjeldahl unit, Soxhlet extractor, etc.
• Verify accuracy and precision of analytical results.

3. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain detailed records of test results, sample logs, and quality reports.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly laboratory performance reports.
• Ensure traceability and compliance with ISO, HACCP, GMP, or other quality standards.

4. Compliance & Audits

• Ensure laboratory operations comply with internal policies and external regulations.
• Coordinate with auditors and regulatory agencies during inspections.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) for any non-conformities.

5. Team Leadership & Training

• Supervise, train, and evaluate laboratory staff.
• Promote continuous improvement and technical skill development among team members.

6. Research & Development Support

• Assist in feed formulation trials and product development by providing analytical data.
• Support process optimization and problem-solving activities through data-driven insights.

Qualifications:

• Education: B.Sc. / M.Sc. in Animal Nutrition, Feed Technology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a feed or food testing laboratory, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory role.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in feed analysis techniques.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025, HACCP, GMP, or related quality systems.
• Experience with laboratory instruments and software.
• Soft Skills: Strong leadership, attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹20, ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement

Work Location: In person