Executive- Chemist Job in Sgs India Private Limited

Location: Chennai

Employment Type: Full-time

SGS is the world s leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification company. Renowned globally for quality and integrity, we operate with over 94,000 employees across more than 2,600 offices and laboratories worldwide.

We are looking for a detail-oriented Executive Chemist to join our Chennai laboratory team. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in chemical and biochemical testing within the food, water, and agricultural sectors, ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards.

• Execute all assigned routine chemical testing tasks accurately and efficiently
• Maintain proper documentation and records related to laboratory analyses
• Conduct method validations and prepare related data, spreadsheets, and supporting documents
• Verify test results and forward them for report generation
• Adhere strictly to laboratory safety protocols for chemical and microbiological work
• Work flexible hours, including extra shifts when required
• Ensure complete and compliant documentation in line with quality management systems
• Review and finalize audit documentation ensuring all requirements are met
• Accurately record laboratory actions as per specifications
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of chemical analysis techniques used in testing
• Support chemical testing operations required for lab accreditation

• Essential: M.Sc. in Chemistry
• Desirable: M.Sc. or B.Tech in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Food Technology, or Biotechnology

• 3 to 6 years of relevant experience in a commercial testing lab focusing on physicochemical analysis of natural, food, and agricultural products
• Ability to assess nutritional values in FSSAI-defined food products
• Strong understanding of spectrophotometry measurements
• Knowledge of method optimization, validation, and verification
• Familiarity with regulatory standards and requirements of BIS, EIC, APEDA, and NABL