Chemist

Sr Chemist – Job Description

About Shreeji Aqua Treatment Pvt. Ltd.

We, Shreeji Aqua Family, are one of the leading environmental solutions providers in India.We specialize in the design, erection, installation, and commissioning of Water Treatment Plants, Sewage Treatment Plants, Reverse Osmosis (RO) Plants, and other related systems. We cater to a wide range of industries and proudly serve a large and growing client base across the country. As a comprehensive environmental solutions provider, we also operate NABL and MoEFCC-accredited laboratories for testing food, air, water, and soil.Additionally, we are one of the leading manufacturers of water and wastewater treatment chemicals in India.

Key Responsibilities

Testing & Analysis

• Perform chemical testing as per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), validated methods, and relevant standards (IS, APHA, ASTM, etc.).

• Conduct troubleshooting, method optimization, and advanced analytical work when required.

• Re-test retained samples as directed by the Technical Manager.

• Ensure safe handling of test items received from customers.

NABL-Specific & Compliance Duties

• Reporting directly to the Technical Manager on day-to-day laboratory activities.

• Manage the testing department and implement approved testing procedures.

• Review worksheets prepared by Junior Chemists and ensure completeness and accuracy of all required information.

• Periodically evaluate test procedures to ensure integrity and quality of testing work.

• Examine ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements against existing procedures to identify and implement additional SOPs, validate non-standard methods, laboratory-developed methods, and modifications to standard methods.

• Ensure all testing equipment is under valid calibration and conduct preventive maintenance.

• Carry out measurement uncertainty calculations for identified parameters at defined intervals.

• Initiate inter-laboratory comparisons (ILC) and evaluate results; ensure correct PT results are submitted to the Technical Manager.

• Maintain proper records at all stages of testing and quality control.

• Ensure stringent compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 systems within the laboratory.

• Identify training needs related to test items and coordinate training activities.

• Address and analyze customer complaints by reviewing related records as directed by the Technical Manager.

• Handle equipment breakdowns promptly and coordinate repairs.

• Any additional work allocated by the respective manager.

Supervision & Team Development

• Guide and mentor junior chemists, analysts, and technicians.

• Allocate testing tasks and monitor workflow to ensure timely completion.

• Review and approve test results before submission.

Quality & Safety

• Follow Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and safety guidelines for handling hazardous chemicals.

• Maintain cleanliness and proper chemical/equipment storage in the laboratory.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: M.Sc. / B.Sc. in Chemistry (Analytical / Environmental / Industrial preferred).

• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years in a chemical/analytical laboratory, preferably in a NABL-accredited environment.

• Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in chemical testing techniques and analytical instrumentation (e.g., ICP, GC, HPLC, UV-Vis).

• Strong understanding of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements.

• Ability to validate test methods and troubleshoot equipment issues.

• Soft Skills:

• Team leadership and mentoring skills.

• Analytical thinking with strong attention to detail.

• Good communication and reporting abilities.

What We Offer

A rare opportunity to work in a social impact company (and Certified Corporation) where you get to wake up every day knowing you're achieving positive change. Strong personal as well as professional development in an intense and high-growth scale-up environment. The experience of being part of an international company with 150+ enthusiastic and highly talented teammates across the country (and counting) – always ready to share knowledge and support Learn from a smart, fun team of highly passionate and dedicated people from around the country who love food and hate waste. Strong personal as well as professional development in an intense and high-growth scale-up environment. Flexible working schedules, Occasional food gathering sponsored by the company. We work hard and we play harder Ensure you've read and understood the job description in full and you agree with each point. After, if you consider yourself the right fit for this role, we highly recommend that you apply. We don't accept Word files or irrelevant role applications. We accept only CVs along with a cover letter (it can be included in the CV, top or bottom), PDF ONLY with specifics of why you have chosen to apply for this position and what your motivation is. If you have what it takes, we are looking forward to hearing from you Email us your resume, Cover letter, and other documents, if any, to

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹18, ₹20,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person