Yashindustries·1 month ago
1 month ago
Melting Head
Sign up free to see how well your resume matches this role.
About this role
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 : hrm.aditya@yashind.com / WhatsApp No.9921544835
Company
Yashindustries
Wai, India
Company facts come from this company's own listings. We only show what the postings themselves carry.