Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership:

Direct the day-to-day activities of the melting, moulding, core-making, pouring, and finishing departments.

Production Planning:

Develop and execute production schedules using ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) to maximize furnace utilization and labour efficiency.

Metallurgical Oversight:

Ensure chemistry and temperature controls are strictly followed for various grades (e.g., Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Manganese Steel).

Continuous Improvement:

Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce scrap rates and optimize energy consumption.

Safety & Compliance:

Enforce OSHA/EHS standards and ensure the facility meets environmental regulations regarding emissions and waste.

Team Development:

Mentor a multi-disciplinary team of supervisors, engineers, and floor operators; manage labour relations and training programs.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in

Metallurgy

,

Materials Science

, or

Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

.

Experience:

Minimum of 8-15 years in a foundry environment, with at least 5-10 years in a senior management or supervisory role.

Technical Knowledge:

Deep understanding of induction furnace operations, sand systems, investment casting, and heat treatment processes.

Software Skills:

Proficiency in ERP systems, MS Office, and ideally CAD/CAM or solidification modeling software (e.g., MAGMA5).

Top Skills & Certifications

Hard Skills:

Production Planning, Quality Control (ISO 9001), Cost Management, Equipment Maintenance (TPM).

Soft Skills:

High-stakes decision-making, crisis management, and cross-functional communication.

Preferred Certifications:

Lean Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt)
PMP (Project Management Professional) CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management)

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Success in this role is measured by:

Scrap/Reject Rate:

Keeping casting defects (porosity, inclusions).

Production Attainment:

100% of orders completed on or before the scheduled date.

OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness):

Maximizing the availability and performance of furnaces and automated lines.

Cost per Ton:

Managing energy and raw material (scrap/alloy) inputs effectively.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹100,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person