Sr Executive Assistant Manager QA QC

Sika; Chennai District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Sika in Chennai seeks a Sr. Executive / Assistant Manager QA/QC to lead testing of Concrete Trials, Intermediates and Finished Goods per R&D specs and IMS standards.

The role reports to the Sr. Manager QA/QC and requires 5–6 years in manufacturing/quality control, with ERP/SAP knowledge. You will maintain QC records and manage material releases in SAP while driving process improvements.

Qualifications include Chemical Engineering or BSc/MSc Chemistry and proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• 5–6 years manufacturing/quality control experience in construction chemical/chemical manufacturing.
• Knowledge of ERP/SAP.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in chemistry/chemical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise testing of Concrete Trials/Liquid Admixture/RM and PM as per the specification provided by R&D.
• Generate Certificate of Analysis for all batches produced and maintain QC records in hard and soft copies.
• Authorize RM/PM/FG release in SAP and manage non-conforming material notes.
• Calibration of testing equipment and ensure 5S and IMS compliance; handle customer complaints and RCA.

Skills

Good Laboratory Practice

QC Methods

IMS Knowledge

MS Office

Education

Chemical Engineering

BSc Chemistry

MSc Chemistry

Tools

SAP

ERP

Job description

Job Description:

Company Description

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. In 2025, Sika’s around 33,000 employees generated annual sales of CHF 11.20 billion.

Job Description

Title : Sr. Executive / Assistant Manager QA/QC

Department: Quality

Location : Chennai

Reports To : Sr. Manager QA&QC

Company Profile

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a leading position in the development and production of systems and products

for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting in the building sector and industry.

Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world and manufactures in over 400 factories. and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. In 2025, Sika’s around 33,000 employees generated annual sales of CHF 11.20 billion.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for performing and supervising the testing of Concrete Trials/Liquid Admixture/RM and PM as per the specification provided by R&D.
• Responsible for performing and supervising the testing of Intermediates and Finished products as per the specification provided by R & D.
• Responsible for generating Certificate of Analysis for all the batches produced.
• Ensuring and maintaining the QC records pertaining to testing results in Hard copy as well in soft copyas per QC requirements
• Statistical Data analysis and improvement in process with the help of Analyzed data.
• Responsible for authorizing and executing the RM/PM/ FG release in SAP.
• Responsible for the generation of non-conforming material notes in case of any rejection of RM, PM, Intermediates and F.G.
• Responsible for the modification of First Time Failure batches as per R & D guidelines.
• Ensuring that the status of nonconforming raw, packing materials, intermediate and finished products are identified with proper label.
• Ensuring that the raw materials and packaging material which are being used are supplied by an approved vendor.
• Testing and approving new packaging material as per vendor specification with report submission to Procurement.
• Ensure continual improvements in the testing procedures of raw material, packing material and finished goods.
• Responsible for the calibration of the testing equipment available in his location both external & internal. Ensure all the lab equipment is maintained in good condition.
• Handle Customer Complaint and RCA for failure. Implement corrective actions against the Root Causes analysis.
• To ensure compliance with IMS Standards and maintaining the required documents.
• Assist technical team in establishing new products at Plant level.
• To ensure compliance with all kinds of audits done in the laboratory.
• Assist Procurement/ R&D for New Raw material/Packing material / Vendor development.
• Conduct regular process audits and ensure Corrective action against observation/ Nonconformance.
• Ensure and maintain overall good housekeeping and 5S in Lab.
• To train QC Lab personnel for performing QC activities in the lab safely and precisely as instructed.

Competencies

Functional

• Knowledge of good laboratory practice with Safety first.
• Good understanding of routine QC methods, procedure and equipment handling.
• Knowledge of IMS (Integrated Management System)
• Good in MS Office, Basic Computer

Behavioral

• Self-starter
• Analytical mind
• Team player

Qualifications

Qualifications/Experience:

• Chemical engineering/BSC/MSC Chemistry (Inorganic Chemistry/Organic Chemistry)
• 5-6 years Manufacturing/Quality control experience in Construction Chemical/Chemical Manufacturing Company
• Knowledge of ERP/ SAP

Additional Information

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

• Global Contract type: Permanent
• Region: APAC
• Area: South Asia
• Global Department: Quality Control & Assurance

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