FSSAI Approved Food Analyst

Company Name

Pollucare Engineers India Pvt Ltd

Job Title

FSSAI Approved Food Analyst

Location

Chennai

Job Type

Full-time

Job Description

FSSAI Approved Food Analyst

Key Responsibilities

• Perform chemical, microbiological, and instrumental analysis of food products in accordance with FSSAI standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Conduct detailed

  Food Proximate Analysis

  , including moisture, ash, protein, fat, fiber, carbohydrate, and energy values.
• Carry out method development, validation, and verification for new and existing analytical test methods.
• Ensure accuracy, reliability, and traceability of test data with proper documentation as per ISO/IEC 17025 and FSSAI requirements.
• Maintain high standards of

  Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)

  , occupational health & safety, and quality assurance protocols.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments such as

  HPLC, GC-MS, ICP-OES

  , and other analytical equipment.
• Participate in internal audits, external audits, NABL assessments, and proficiency testing programs.
• Identify non-conformities, implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with management and technical teams to enhance laboratory efficiency, innovation, and compliance.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Mandatory:

  FSSAI Approved Food Analyst certification.

• Educational Qualification:

• Masters Degree in Chemistry (Analytical / Organic / Inorganic), or
• B.Tech in Food Technology, or
• Any equivalent degree with specialization in Food Technology.
• Minimum

  5 years of relevant experience

  in a

  NABL-accredited food testing laboratory

  .
• Proven expertise in

  Food Proximate Analysis

  and handling advanced analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC-MS, and ICP-OES.
• Strong working knowledge of

  FSSAI regulations

  ,

  ISO/IEC 17025

  , and food safety standards.
• Demonstrated ability in accurate analysis, data interpretation, documentation, and laboratory problem-solving.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in audit handling and regulatory inspections.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Commitment to quality, integrity, and continuous professional development.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work with a reputed organization in food safety and testing.
• Exposure to advanced laboratory infrastructure and technologies.
• Professional growth in a compliance-driven and quality-focused environment