Keyword

Chemical Testing Executive

Laboratory Technician

Radioactive Material Tester

Radioactive Machine Operator

The tasks a Hot-Cell Technician is expected to perform include:

Operating the remote-controlled equipment in hot cell to conduct metallurgical and chemical testing on radioactive materials

Controlling the slave manipulators from outside cell to remove metal or chemical materials from shielded containers inside hot cell and placing on bench or equipment work station

Testing the chemical or metallurgical properties of materials according to standardized procedures and observing reaction through cell window

Immersing the test sample in chemical compound to prepare for testing

Placing the irradiated nuclear fuel materials in environmental chamber to test reaction to temperature changes

Placing the specimen in shielded container for removal from cell, using manipulators

Ability to participate in cleaning and decontamination of cell during maintenance shutdown

Well-versed with setting up and operating machines to cut, lap and polish test pieces, following blueprints, X-ray negatives and sketches

Ability to record results of tests for further analysis by engineers, scientists or customers

Experience in using equipment such as tensile tester, hardness tester, metallographic unit, micrometer and gauges for testing physical properties

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Knowledge of devising adapters and fixtures for use in hot cell operations

Calm and composed

Result-oriented

Ability to think critically

Problem-solving skills

Good hand-eye co-ordination

Diligent and hardworking

Accuracy in work

Dexterity of hands

Physically fit

It requires one to be on their toes

Need not handle a team

Local travelling is not a part of job role

Part-time work and contractual jobs are available in some cities

Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Factories usually work for 5/6 days a week for 9/10 hours everyday. This may vary from factory to factory

Shift system maybe available

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs
Maybe

This job is considered to be mildly hazardous or dangerous

Health risks may include repetitive motions of hands, standing for long hours, exposure to toxic chemicals, radioactive materials and radiations, etc.

Occupational hazards may include respiratory disorders, fatigue, dizziness, headache, nausea, skin disease, asthma, etc.

For freshers - INR 275 to INR 295 per day

For candidates with 1-2 years of experience or more - INR 285 to INR 350 per day

(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

Overview of the Chemical & Petrochemical Sector in India

Global chemical market size was estimated at USD 3.9 trillion in 2013 and is expected to grow at 3-4% per annum over the next 5 years to reach USD 4.7 trillion by 2018. India currently accounts for approximately 3% of the world chemical market. The Indian chemical and petrochemical industry expanded in 2013 despite weakness in key export markets and subdued growth in the domestic market. The Indian chemical and petrochemical industry currently stands at USD 118 billion and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8% for the next five years.

Bulk chemicals form the largest sub-segment of Indian chemical industry with 40% market share whereas the specialty chemical with 19% market share is the fastest growing segment. Together, Gujarat, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh account for more than 50% of Gross Value Add (GVA) and Gross Output of the chemical and petrochemical industry in India.

The petrochemicals industry is a significant industry for the Indian economy. The growth of this industry is closely linked to economic growth of a country. Today, petrochemical products permeate the entire spectrum of daily use items and cover almost every sphere of life like clothing, housing, construction, furniture, automobiles, household items, agriculture, horticulture, irrigation, packaging, medical appliances, electronics and electrical etc. The Indian petrochemical market has grown at a CAGR of 11% from USD 19.3 billion in FY11 to USD 24 billion in FY13. The demand for basic petrochemicals and end products petrochemicals is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10% to reach 16 MMTPA and 19.5 million tonnes by FY18 respectively.

The current per capita consumption of products of chemical industry in India is about 1/10th of the world average. The low per capita consumption across industries and segments and strong growth outlook for the key end use are the key growth drivers for the chemical and petrochemical industry in India.

Chemical and petrochemical industry is a human resource intensive industry and hence employs a large number of people across the world. Currently the industry provides employment to about 1 million people in India. With the growing demand, the manufacture and marketing of chemicals will continue to offer substantial employment opportunities both for skilled and unskilled persons. The industry also generates indirect employment for the chemicals, engineering, packaging and transport industry. With the additional emphasis on exports, there will be new opportunities in logistics and marketing as well. As the industry grows, so will the job opportunities for Hot-Cell Technician.

Chemical & petrochemical companies across India

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