LAB Specialist

At Sandvik, our purpose is to build on the company's heritage and success to innovate our way into the future. By keeping a long-term focus in everything we do, we can support our ambitions to grow manufacturing and prosperity for all. This brings jobs, with opportunities for both growth and security. It is what we care for, and what makes us go that extra mile!

We share our deep knowledge and experience to build great relationships, not just with industry partners, but with employees and the community. We focus on improving the environment we work in and believe that everyone should feel empowered to deliver success. In return, we promise a rewarding career with excellent training, and opportunities for progression.

We are now looking for LAB Specialist - Metallurgy Lab

Key Responsibilities :

• Ensure Safe Working practices as per Sandvik EHS Policies & guidelines.
• Ensure metallurgical and physical testing conformance in all Raw Materials required / processes and parts produced in the foundry.
• Testing and clearance for all incoming raw materials and bought outs.
• Melt sample analysis on spectrometers, physical / mechanical testing, microstructure analysis, sand analysis and hardness testing as per quality plan.
• Liaise with third party testing laboratories for material testing (as required) and the vendors for test sample machining.
• Taking decision on HT Batch clearances.
• Log the deviation / rework details associated with manufacturing order in deviation log as per quality plan.
• Participate in quality review meetings, RCA & Corrective actions for all non-conformance observed during testing and Field failure analysis for Customer claim / actions.
• On time Calibration of Metallography Equipment / Testing Equipment and HT Equipment
• Maintain high level of housekeeping, maintenance and upgradation of Metallurgical Laboratory equipment
• Review of WI & SOP related to ME Lab on time updating in AIMS System
• Identification, Storage of the Metallurgy samples as per QMS standard.
• To ensure QA, metallurgical and physical testing conformance in all Raw Materials required / processes and parts produced in the foundry
• To ensure on-time completion of Quality check in Metallurgy and physical / mechanical testing as per specification

Qualification : BSC Chemistry / Diploma – Metallurgy or in relevant fields

Experience : Minimum hands-on experience of 3-5 years in Manufacturing Engineering Industry in Metallurgical analysis / Laboratory in Production environment for a candidate with BSc Chemistry / Diploma in Metallurgical Engineering.

Location : Vadodara, Gujarat, India

Required Competencies :

Behavioral Competencies

Good interpersonal & communication skills

Good analytical Skills

Proactive and a team player

Good understanding of EHS Standards

Hands-on experience in basic metallurgical instrument handling.

Exposure to ERP systems is preferred

Hands on operating MS Excel, MS Word, Internet

About Us

Sandvik Mining & Rock Technology India Pvt Ltd, a subsidiary of the global Sandvik Group, is a leading provider of equipment, tools, service, and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. Incorporated in 2019 and headquartered in Pune, Maharashtra, the company specializes in the manufacture of machinery for mining, quarrying, and construction.

With a strong presence in India and a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Sandvik empowers its employees to contribute to smarter solutions and sustainable progress. The company fosters a collaborative culture, encouraging continuous learning and professional growth across its diverse global teams.

Sandvik Mining & Rock Technology India is part of a worldwide network of over 41,000 employees, with operations in countries including Sweden, India, Finland, Germany, and the US

Skills Required

Ms Excel, Ms Word