Quality Manager

As a Quality Manager at Assago Group, located in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, your role will involve overseeing all laboratory operations related to the production of ethanol. You will be responsible for ensuring that all raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements. Your key responsibilities will include supervising lab operations, developing testing protocols, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating with production and process teams to ensure consistent product quality. Key Responsibilities: - Supervise and manage day-to-day lab operations, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and environmental regulations. - Develop, implement, and monitor standard operating procedures (SOPs) for sampling and testing of raw materials, process intermediates, and final ethanol products. - Perform and review analytical tests such as pH, specific gravity, alcohol concentration, and other critical parameters using standard laboratory equipment. - Monitor process performance and identify areas for quality improvement in collaboration with production and engineering departments. - Maintain proper calibration and preventive maintenance of laboratory instruments. - Ensure accurate documentation of all test results and quality reports, complying with internal standards and external audits. - Train and guide lab personnel on quality testing methods, safety procedures, and regulatory compliance. - Liaise with external agencies and regulatory bodies for product certifications, audits, and compliance reporting. - Investigate and troubleshoot quality deviations, customer complaints, or non-conformances. Qualifications: - Bachelor's or Masters degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or a related field. - 5+ years of laboratory experience in an ethanol plant or similar chemical/fermentation-based industry. - Strong understanding of ethanol production processes and associated quality parameters. - Hands-on experience with laboratory instruments and analytical methods. - Familiarity with ISO, GMP, and environmental regulations relevant to ethanol production. - Excellent leadership, documentation, and communication skills. If you are passionate about ensuring quality standards in ethanol production and have the required qualifications and experience, please email your CV to "hr@assagogroup.com".,