Quality Assurance Trainee— India, Kurkumbh, Adhesive Technologies

Henkel Adhesives Technologies India Private Limited

Kurkumb

Remote

INR 300,000 - 420,000

Full time

21 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Share plan

Parental leave

Life insurance

OPD coverage

Job summary

Henkel Corporation is seeking a Quality Assurance Trainee in India to gain hands-on experience in QA processes, laboratory operations, documentation control, and process improvement. You will work with cross-functional teams to support manufacturing excellence and regulatory compliance, building a strong foundation in QA practices.

You will develop, review, and update SOPs and PCS, assist with calibration and quality records, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across quality

Qualifications

Master's degree in Chemistry or related field with interest in QA and lab operations.
Basic understanding of quality systems, documentation practices, SOPs, and QC processes.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to interpret data.
Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and record-keeping.
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate with stakeholders.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Willingness to learn manufacturing and quality processes in a chemical/packaging environment.

Responsibilities

Support incoming material and finished goods inspections to ensure quality standards.
Assist in laboratory management activities, including calibration coordination and records.
Develop, review, and update SOPs, Work Instructions, and PCS.
Prepare and maintain quality documentation to support compliance and operational excellence.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create clear process documentation.
Support shopfloor documentation, visual controls, and process standardization.
Participate in process mapping and continuous improvement projects.
Analyze quality data and identify opportunities for improvement.
Provide guidance to shopfloor teams on documentation usage and quality practices.
Ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance of quality-related documents.

Skills

Quality assurance

Laboratory operations

Documentation

Process improvement

Education

Master's in Chemistry

Job description

At Henkel, we are committed to maintaining the highest quality standards across our operations. As a Quality Assurance Trainee, you will gain hands‑on experience in quality management processes, laboratory operations, documentation control, and process improvement initiatives. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work closely with cross‑functional teams, support manufacturing excellence, and contribute to maintaining compliance with quality standards while developing a strong foundation in quality assurance practices.

What you´ll do

Support incoming raw material, packaging material, and finished goods inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards.
Assist in laboratory management activities, including calibration coordination and maintenance of quality records.
Develop, review, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions, and Process Control Sheets (PCS).
Prepare and maintain quality documentation to support operational excellence and regulatory compliance.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather information and create clear, effective process documentation.
Support shopfloor documentation, visual controls, and process standardization initiatives.
Participate in process mapping and continuous improvement projects to enhance operational efficiency.
Analyze quality‑related data and assist in identifying opportunities for process improvement.
Provide support and guidance to shopfloor teams on documentation usage and quality best practices.
Contribute to process excellence initiatives by ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance of all quality‑related documents.

What makes you a good fit

Master's degree in Chemistry or a related field with a strong interest in Quality Assurance and laboratory operations.
Basic understanding of quality systems, documentation practices, SOPs, and quality control processes.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret data and identify improvement opportunities.
Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accuracy in documentation and record‑keeping.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and communicate clearly with stakeholders.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Eagerness to learn manufacturing and quality processes within a chemical or packaging environment.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic work environment.
Proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement, process excellence, and compliance with quality standards.

Some perks of joining Henkel

Diverse national and international growth opportunities
Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
Gender‑neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
Best‑in‑class Group Medical Insurance policy covering employee, spouse and up to 2 children
Competitive accident and term life policies for up to 3 times annual gross salary
Progressive OPD policy of INR 30,000 for employee, spouse and up to 2 children

JOB ID:26103319

Application Deadline: As long as the vacancy is listed on our Career Site, we are happy to receive your application

How is work at Henkel

Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well‑known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.

About Henkel

I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?

Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company, you will be working with colleagues from all over the world, and English is our official company language. Generally, our recommendation is to please write the application in the same language as the job ad.

Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?

Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.

Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?

Yes, in fact, it is our expectation that Henkel employees will want to grow and explore different career paths during their time with us. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.

Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and in two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.

If I have questions regarding my application, who do I contact?

Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.

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