AGM - Research and Development

Key Responsibilities

• Research and develop new products as per new pipeline identified through brainstorming other ideation tools and techniques.
• Identify and implement the cost optimization through alternative / substitute raw materials and strategic source development in close collaboration with cross functional departments. Cost optimization by reformulation.
• Provide technical support for successful implementation and transfer of newly developed products. Resolve product quality related issues.
• Set up QC specifications of newly developed products co-ordinate with the production team for proper manufacturing.
• Visit plants / sites for product testing and trials at lab and industrial scales.
• Update, maintain and evolve calibration data for all laboratory equipment as per laboratory calibration plan and all NABL related activities and audits.
• Taking part in new/alternate vendor development for the enhancement of product quality and cost reduction
• Troubleshooting support the technical, QC and operations team as and when required.
• Be proactive in identifying safety hazards and implement corrective actions. Responsible for internal EHS activities and audit requirements.
• Train and guide cement laboratory technicians on all test procedures in accordance with acceptable and established test methods.
• Develop methods and techniques to continually improve quality and consistency of results
• To keep up to date with the state of art and implement the learnings in the field of cement, concrete and building materials by studying the scientific, technical and patent literature.
• To drive sustainability related projects to reduce CO2 emission and achieve annual targets for the organization by working on promising low carbon Cements, alternate raw materials.
  

Qualification Experience

• Ph.D. 5 years Relevant experience from reputed organizationor MSc/MTech with 8+ years Relevant experience from reputed organization.
• Experience in Cementmanufacturing, Chemistry, Concrete Testing, Materials Characterization, Building Materials.