Scale-up Technician

Element Solutions; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Solutions in Bengaluru seeks a candidate to execute production of scale-up lab batches and prepare samples for shipping. The role includes maintaining traceable inventory and documenting materials and processes.

Responsibilities involve batch production, sample preparation, process communication, and involvement in continuous improvement projects within a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering/Chemistry with >3 years of relevant experience or M.S. (Entry Level) in a similar field.
• Exposure to Continuous Improvement Methodology (Green Belt level or Six Sigma-like training) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce batches to scale-up new products.
• Fill and label containers for customer samples.
• Communicate process results verbally and in writing.
• Prepare samples and shipping documents.
• Document details related to product and manufacturing process.
• Keep inventory stocks and records for traceability.
• Maintain CofAs and SDS for products in hand.
• Perform testing to understand characteristics and causes of product/process.
• Schedule aging studies and report data.
• Assist with storage and disposal of raw materials per internal procedures.
• Work on continuous improvement projects with the Scale up team.
• Maintain good housekeeping and safety practices.

Skills

Chemical Engineering

Chemistry

Continuous Improvement

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

M.S. (Entry Level) in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Job description

Job Summary

The strategic focus of this position is to work on the Scale up activities involved to promote quick scale-ups and continuous improvement, from raw material control to shipping samples if required, going through batch making, observation reports, and improvements implementation. The primary purpose of this position is to execute the production of scale up lab batches. In addition, this position will be responsible for preparing samples, shipment, keeping inventory stocks and records to have traceability of all the materials used and shipped.

What will you be doing

• Produce batches to scale-up new products
• Fills and labels containers for customer samples
• Responsible for communicating process results - verbally and in writing
• Prepare samples and documents required for shipping
• Responsible for documenting details related to the product and manufacturing process
• Responsible for keeping inventory stocks and records
• Responsible for keeping and organizing documents such as CofAs and SDS to the products in hand
• Perform testing for the batches that allow to understand characteristics and cause-effects of the product and process.
• Schedule aging studies and report the data generated
• Assist with and oversee the storing and disposing of raw materials, paste flux, solder paste samples, according to internal procedures
• Work on continuous improvement projects
• Work closely with the Scale up team to work on troubleshooting as required
• Maintain good housekeeping and safety practices.
• Other duties as assigned

Who are You

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering/Chemistry & >3 years of relevant experience or M.S. Entry Level
• Effective level of exposure and training in Continuous Improvement Methodology, similar to the Green Belt as provided in Six Sigma

What competencies will you need

• To successfully accomplish the essential duties of this job the incumbent must possess a minimum of two years experience in similar position, and an understanding of working with chemicals
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and computer literacy
• Requires practical understanding and a working knowledge of a laboratory environment
• Requires the ability to record and maintain data in computerized and non-computerized formats
• Possesses well-developed communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization s policies and applicable laws
• Ability to work in a high-paced and multi-task environment
• High ethical standards and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to read, write and follow written or verbal instructions.
• Ability to speak read and write English
• Well-organized and detail oriented
• Self-motivated
• Demonstrated capacity to work with Microsoft Office Products