Senior Chemist -FOOD ANALYST

JOB DESCRIPTION – FOOD ANALYST

Company

Analytical Technology Laboratory (ATL)

Industry

FMCG / Food Testing Laboratory

Job Title

Food Analyst

Department

Food Testing / Chemical Analysis

Location

Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

Experience

1–3 Years

Employment Type

Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Food Analyst to join our FMCG Testing Laboratory. The candidate will be responsible for conducting chemical, nutritional, and quality analysis of food products, ensuring accurate test results and compliance with FSSAI, NABL, and ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.

Key Roles \& Responsibilities

• Perform chemical, physical, and nutritional analysis of food and FMCG products as per standard testing methods.
• Conduct testing of moisture, ash, protein, fat, carbohydrates, acidity, pH, preservatives, and other food quality parameters.
• Operate and maintain analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC, UV-Vis Spectrophotometer, and other laboratory equipment.
• Ensure compliance with FSSAI regulations, applicable BIS standards, and ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory requirements.
• Prepare, verify, and maintain accurate test reports, analytical records, and laboratory documentation.
• Perform instrument calibration, method validation/verification, and quality control activities.
• Follow laboratory SOPs, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and safety procedures.
• Support NABL audits, internal quality assessments, and proficiency testing activities.
• Coordinate with the Quality Manager and Laboratory Manager to ensure timely completion of testing activities.

Educational Qualification

• M.Sc. in Food Technology, Food Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a relevant discipline.
• Candidates with relevant experience in NABL-accredited food testing laboratories will be preferred.
• FSSAI-notified Food Analyst qualification/certification will be an added advantage, where applicable.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of food testing methods and analytical techniques.
• Familiarity with FSSAI regulations and ISO/IEC 17025 standards.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory analytical instruments.
• Good analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet testing turnaround times.

Preferred Candidate: Experience in an NABL-accredited FMCG/Food Testing Laboratory with strong knowledge of food chemistry, nutritional analysis, and laboratory quality management systems.

Pay

₹18,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Work Location

In person