QC & Laboratory Operations Engineer

Key Responsibilities Quality Control & Testing Perform routine and special testing of limestone, additives, clinker, and cement as per BIS standards. Monitor physical and chemical parameters including fineness, setting time, compressive strength, LOI, LSF, SM, AM, and free lime. Laboratory Operations Manage day-to-day laboratory activities and ensure smooth functioning of lab equipment. Calibrate and maintain lab instruments such as XRF, Blaine, Vicat, Auto Compression Testing Machine (CTM), and sieve shakers. Process Control & Improvement Provide feedback to production teams for raw mix, kiln, and cement mill optimization. Monitor clinker quality and suggest corrective actions to improve burnability and cement performance. Participate in trials for new raw materials, fuels, and additives. Compliance & Safety Ensure laboratory compliance with safety norms, SOPs, and environmental guidelines. Support internal and external audits (ISO, BIS, NABL if applicable). Educational Qualifications B.Sc. (Chemistry) / M.Sc. (Chemistry) / B.Tech (Chemical / Cement Technology). Diploma in Cement Technology is an added advantage.