Engineer - LAB

ATHARVA FOUNDRIES PVT. LTD.is a leading producer of high-quality S.G. Iron castings, committed to excellence in production, quality, and safety. We are seeking a motivated and skilled Lab Engineer to join our Quality Assurance and Metallurgy team to ensure the highest standards of material quality and process control.

Location

MIDC Wai Dist-Satara State-Maharashtra

Key Responsibilities

The Lab Engineer will be primarily responsible for managing all metallurgical aspects within the quality control laboratory.

• Conducting routine chemical composition tests on raw materials and molten metal using spectrometers or other analytical equipment.
• Performing physical and mechanical property testing, including tensile strength, hardness, and impact testing, on finished castings.
• Preparing and analyzing microstructures of iron samples to confirm proper graphite nodule formation and ensure compliance with SG iron standards (e.g., ASTM, ISO).
• Maintaining and calibrating lab testing registers, equipment, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Collaborating with the production team to address quality issues, analyze casting rejections, and implement corrective actions using problem-solving methods like 8D or Fishbone diagrams.
• Ensuring consistent sand properties through systematic testing and control measures.
• Documenting all test results, preparing quality reports, and supporting internal quality audits (ISO 9001 knowledge is a plus).
  
  

• Education: Bachelors degree (B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc.) in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or Foundry Technology. A Diploma in Metallurgy with relevant experience may also be considered.
• Experience: 1 To 2 years of proven experience working in a chemical or metallurgical laboratory within a CI/SG/Steel foundry environment.
• Skills:
• Strong knowledge of foundry processes, especially SG iron production and related metallurgical traits.
• Proficiency in handling lab testing equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills for reports and documentation.
  
  

• Competitive Salary
• Health Insurance
• Provident Fund (PF) benefits
• Leave Encashment
• Accomodation, Transport & Food Facility