Role Summary:
The Assistant Manager - Testing & Validation is responsible for leading testing, analytics, quality control, method development and validation, and validation activities for New Product Development (NPD) projects in line with the Aliaxis Innovation Model (AIM), from concept to successful market launch. The role manages laboratory testing, product qualification, benchmarking, plant issue investigations, failure analysis, counterfeit product identification, and Intellectual Property (IP)-related testing while ensuring compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 and NABL requirements. The incumbent oversees day-to-day laboratory operations, resource planning, calibration and validation programs, measurement uncertainty (MU), Green Pathway initiatives, laboratory capability enhancement, and the development, validation, and standardization of new test methods. As an authorized signatory in the absence of the Laboratory Manager, the role is responsible for reviewing and approving test reports and maintaining the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of laboratory data and records. Additionally, the position drives 5S, laboratory housekeeping, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain an efficient, compliant, and audit-ready laboratory environment. The role provides technical leadership and subject matter expertise to R&D-Innovation, Quality, Manufacturing, and Global Aliaxis teams, with hands-on expertise in advanced polymer characterization techniques including FTIR, DSC, TGA, DMA, SEM-EDX, XRF, Capillary Rheometry, and Weathering Testing, along with strong knowledge of UTM, Charpy and Izod Impact Testing, HDT/VST, MFI, viscosity testing, and other polymer testing and characterization methods. Strong project management, communication, data analysis, Excel, PowerPoint, and presentation skills are essential for delivering high-quality technical outcomes and supporting innovation, product quality, and business growth.
Roles and Responsibility:
Lead testing, quality control, analytics, and validation activities for New Product Development (NPD) projects in accordance with the Stage & Gate Process, ensuring timely execution from concept through product launch.
Demonstrate strong technical knowledge of polymer materials, processing technologies, and product performance requirements, with expertise in uPVC & CPVC pipes and fittings, solvent cement, water storage tanks, and other polymer-based products.
Independently perform, supervise, and interpret a wide range of polymer testing and characterization activities, including UTM, Charpy & Izod Impact, HDT/VST, MFI, Capillary Rheometer, Weathering (Q-SUN/Xenon), Fusion Study, Viscosity, XRF, DSC, TGA, DMA, SEM-EDX, and other advanced material characterization techniques.
Support plant issue investigations, failure analysis, counterfeit product identification, intellectual property (IP)-related testing, material qualification, benchmarking studies, and root cause analysis to support business and quality objectives.
Provide subject matter expertise for QA/QC analysis, NPD projects, product validation, process improvement initiatives, and technical problem-solving activities.
Collaborate closely with R&D, Innovation, Quality, Manufacturing, Procurement, and external partners to achieve project objectives and deliver high-quality technical outcomes.
Manage annual maintenance, calibration, intermediate checks, performance verification, and preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment as per approved schedules.
Review, validate, and maintain test reports, technical records, raw data registers, equipment logbooks, trend charts, and laboratory documentation to ensure data integrity and traceability.
Lead and support implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of the ISO/IEC 17025 Laboratory Quality Management System, including:
Ensuring SOPs are current, available, and consistently followed.
Compliance with latest ASTM, ISO, BIS, and other applicable standards.
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