Melting Head

Location: Wai

Melting HOD

– Job Description

Position:
Head of Department – Melting

Department:
Melting

Reports To:

Plant Head

Key Responsibilities

Plan, manage, and control all melting .
Ensure correct charge mix, alloy additions, and chemical composition as per specifications.
Achieve production targets with optimum yield, controlled power consumption, and minimum melting loss.
Monitor furnace parameters, refractory life, and maintenance schedules.
Implement and maintain SOPs for melting, pouring temperature, and metal quality.
Coordinate with Quality, Production, and Maintenance departments.
Ensure compliance with safety, statutory, and environmental norms.
Analyze melting-related defects and take corrective and preventive actions.
Train and develop operators and supervisors in best melting practices.
Maintain daily and monthly reports on production, energy consumption, and KPIs.

Quality & Safety

Ensure molten metal quality meets customer and internal standards.
Enforce safety practices including PPE usage, molten metal handling, and emergency procedures.
Conduct safety audits and toolbox talks.

Cost & Efficiency

Control raw material consumption and alloy costs.
Reduce power/fuel consumption and improve furnace efficiency.
Drive continuous improvement, Kaizen, and lean manufacturing initiatives.

Required Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of metallurgy, charge calculations, and furnace operations.
Problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
Leadership and team management abilities.
Data analysis and reporting skills.

Qualification & Experience

B.E. /

B.Tech in Metallurgy or Mechanical Engineering (preferred).
8–15 years of experience in foundry melting operations.
Hands-on experience with induction furnaces and spectrometer control.

Salary & Benefits

Salary Range: ₹40,000 to ₹60,000 per month (Negotiable, based on experience and skill)
Benefits:
Performance-based incentives
Statutory benefits (PF, Mediclaim as applicable)
Paid leave and holidays
Training and skill development opportunities

Work Conditions

Shop-floor intensive role.
Shift flexibility as per production requirements.

Interested candidate may apply on : [HIDDEN TEXT] / Whats App No.