Deputy Manager - Quality Control at Amrit Cement in Hyderabad

Role & responsibilities

Quality Control Operations

• Monitor and control the quality of raw materials, clinker, cement, gypsum, and additives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards such as BIS, ASTM, EN, and company quality requirements.
• Review and analyze laboratory test results and initiate corrective actions when deviations occur.
• Supervise chemical, physical, and instrumental analysis activities.

Process Quality Monitoring

• Coordinate with Production, Mines, and Maintenance departments to maintain process stability.
• Monitor kiln feed, clinker quality, and cement quality parameters.
• Recommend process adjustments based on quality trends and laboratory findings.
• Ensure timely feedback to production teams for corrective measures.

Laboratory Management

• Manage day-to-day laboratory operations and testing schedules.
• Ensure calibration, maintenance, and proper functioning of laboratory equipment.
• Implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and testing methodologies.
• Maintain laboratory records, reports, and quality documentation.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 17025, and other applicable quality systems.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Investigate customer complaints and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Maintain product certifications and regulatory compliance.

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop laboratory chemists, technicians, and quality personnel.
• Conduct training programs on quality systems, testing methods, and safety practices.
• Monitor team performance and support skill development initiatives.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze quality trends and prepare MIS reports.
• Monitor key quality indicators and recommend improvement initiatives.
• Prepare monthly quality performance reports for management review.

Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Ensure adherence to plant safety policies and laboratory safety standards.
• Promote safe handling of chemicals and laboratory equipment.
• Support environmental compliance requirements related to quality operations.