R&D Officer

Job Title: Pilot Plant R&D Officer

Location: Unilever R&D Bangalore

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Pilot Plant R&D Officer to support the execution of pilot-scale operations for Personal Care product development. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in Automation, R&D/ factory operations, machine handling and preventive maintenance, inventory management.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage raw material (RM) ordering, inventory control, and logistics for pilot trials

• Support re-processing of semi-finished and finished goods

• Handle labelling, coding, packing, and dispatch of samples

• Execute pilot plant batches and support end-to-end lab and plant processes

• Operate and maintain personal care product machinery (e.g., mixers, plodders, conveyors)

• Conduct preventive maintenance (PM) and basic troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical equipment

• Perform root cause analysis (e.g., 5W1H, Why-Why analysis) for equipment failures

• Ensure adherence to GMP, ISO, FWS, and safety protocols

• Maintain machine history cards and coordinate calibration and maintenance schedules

• Participate in 5S, Kaizen, and waste reduction initiatives

• Prepare and maintain SOPs, MIS reports, and trial documentation

• Support internal audits, gap analysis, and compliance activities

• Train team members on safety, operations, and maintenance procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Educational Background:

  • Bachelor’s degree in science or Technical Diploma/ (Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation)

• Experience:

  • Minimum 1 to 2 years in R&D Pilot Plants/factory operations

  • Hands-on experience Inventory management, Operations of Plodders, Mixers, Conveyor, Stamping, Tripple Roll Miller etc

• Technical Skills:

  • Knowledge of LOTO, work permit systems, and safety standards

  • Familiarity with SAP, MS Office, and operational systems

  • Trained in fire safety and first aid

• Soft Skills:

  • Strong communication and documentation skills

  • Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams

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