R&D Technician- Cementitious

Key Responsibilities:

Trial Mix Support:
Support the trial mix for research and development purposes.
Conduct weighing, flow/slump testing, cleaning of mixing tools, water permeability tests, rheology, RCPT, wash-out, etc.
Application Technician Support:
Assist the application technician in physical parameter testing of competitor samples and raw materials.
Conduct field tests at the site as per the supervisor's instructions.
Testing and Analysis:
Test sands, cement, chemical materials, and finished goods (e.g., sieving, flow, strength).
Carry out and compile laboratory test results (e.g., sieve analysis, water absorption, moisture content, specific gravity).
Conduct marsh cone and other tests as required.
Sample Maintenance:
Maintain samples, testing apparatus, and tools for corrosion testing (e.g., ASTM G 109).
Prepare stability samples and support the supervisor for sample observations.
Cube Testing:
Perform cube de-molding, cube cleaning, and cube testing in CTM.
Update strength results in the trial sheet.
Stock & Materials Management:
Monitor raw material stock availability for conducting lab trials and ensure appropriate usage.
Pick up raw materials from the production site.
Maintain the storage areas for cements, sands, and materials.
Ensure the availability and implementation of PPEs and essential tools.
Housekeeping and Safety:
Oversee the housekeeping of the acid, alkali cabinet, raw material storage, application, and lab areas.
Maintain safety showers, eye wash stations, and fire hydrant water levels.
Assist in the maintenance of the outdoor premises and main lab areas, including organizing aggregates and cementitious materials.
Calibration and Equipment Maintenance:
Support the supervisor in the calibration of equipment.
Assist in the maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and other equipment (e.g., DG operation, UPS, siren, ACs, lights).
Vendor and Environmental Support:
Provide support to third-party vendors for maintenance of major equipment (e.g., DG, UPS, fire safety equipment).
Assist with third-party environmental testing.
Other Duties:
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor to ensure smooth functioning of the R&D premises.
Assist in MSEB, MTNL, TTC, and other work as required.
Qualifications/

Experience:

Graduate degree.
Minimum 2 years of experience in product development within a chemical manufacturing company.
Knowledge of construction chemicals, R&D, QC, and cement or concrete admixtures is preferred.
Familiarity with analytical equipment handling.
Basic computer knowledge.

Competencies:

Passion for innovation.
Self-starter and proactive.
Strong work management skills.