Chemist

Role Overview

This position is based in Jamnagar, Gujarat, with Reliance Industries Limited. The Chemist will support day-to-day laboratory operations, ensure accurate testing and reporting, and help maintain quality, safety, and compliance across sample analysis and related lab activities.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist the shift in-charge with shift coordination and laboratory workflow.
• Sort and prioritize samples for analysis based on urgency and process needs.
• Arrange suitable sample containers, identify the correct carriers for movement, and assign proper pre-testing storage locations.
• Check chemical and standard solution usability before testing, carry out tests step by step as per procedure, and verify results through validation methods before sharing them.
• Carry out calibration activities by identifying required calibrations and instruments according to the method schedule.
• Prepare calibration solutions and working standards as needed.
• Perform instrument and method calibrations on schedule and standardize laboratory solutions.
• Assess the performance of additives and process chemicals.
• Collect raw material samples as required and monitor incoming raw material quality.
• Complete timely testing and reporting for raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and troubleshooting samples across all plants.
• Assign product grades according to specification requirements.
• Spot unusual findings, exceptions, or deviations in test outcomes.
• Take immediate corrective action in emergencies under the guidance of the section head.
• Maintain proper sample retention as per laboratory procedures for customer-related issue handling when required.
• Dispose of leftover samples safely according to SOPs and coordinate with plant teams and other agencies for further action.
• Work with laboratory quality system requirements and use LIMS and SAP QM effectively for routine laboratory tasks.
• Maintain laboratory inventory such as reagents, glassware, and equipment, and raise requirements in time to avoid shortages.
• Take part in laboratory quality system audits, including safety audits.
• Manage data accurately and ensure quality system compliance.
• Ensure test results are entered and approved in LIMS on time.
• Follow environmental, site, and statutory regulations.
• Handle chemicals and tools safely and in line with safety norms.
• Maintain good housekeeping and safe working conditions in the laboratory.
• Follow and enforce applicable HSE procedures and practices.
• Train analysts and new joiners on laboratory analytical work as part of on-the-job learning and mentoring.
• Participate in external trainings and events as directed by the section head.
• Complete assigned tasks on time, including situations where plans change quickly.
• Work effectively with multiple stakeholders such as business teams, customers, operations, E&M, and HSEF.
• Handle sample management and prioritize assigned activities effectively.

Technical and Functional Competencies

• Ability to assess the reliability of results using statistical methods.
• Understanding of test procedures and result reporting as per standard method requirements.
• Knowledge of raw material, in-process, and finished product specifications, including analysis against contractual and domestic requirements.
• Capability to operate specialized equipment, perform tests and calibrations, and interpret results.
• Understanding of the importance of test parameters and laboratory safety.

HSE and Regulatory Requirements

• Awareness of environmental, site, and statutory compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of fire safety management.
• Familiarity with fire and gas detection systems.
• Understanding of waste management practices.
• Exposure to integrated management systems.
• Knowledge of the RIL HSE management system.
• Understanding of HSE policy, principles, standards, procedures, and practices.
• Preparedness for emergency response and response planning.

Education and Experience

A B.Sc. in Chemistry is required, with a master’s degree preferred. The role calls for 4 to 9 years of experience in QA/QC.

Additional Information

This role involves regular coordination across laboratory, plant, operations, engineering, and safety interfaces. Strong attention to sample handling, accurate documentation, calibration discipline, and compliance with quality and safety standards is important.