Area Head Hot Refining Aluminium Melting & Furnace Operations West

CMR Group; Panchmahal District; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

CMR Group is seeking an Area Head for Hot Refining, Aluminium Melting & Furnace Operations at West Halol, Gujarat. The role requires hands-on leadership of a multi-shift team, ensuring safe, efficient refining, meeting production targets and quality standards.

Strong background in aluminium processing and cost optimization is essential. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in hot refining with at least 3 years in a managerial capacity, plus exposure to EHS audits and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Essential: 7+ years of experience in Aluminium or Non-Ferrous Hot Refining / Melting / Furnace Operations with at least 3 years in a managerial role
• Hands-on experience in rotational-shift furnace operations, molten metal processing and production control
• Stable career history: not more than 3 employers in the last 7 years, or an average tenure of at least 2 years per employer
• Experience handling multi-shift operations and large operator teams
• Experience in secondary aluminium, aluminium alloy or ingot manufacturing, or automotive die-casting alloy supply
• Experience with EHS audits and statutory compliance in a refining or melting plant
• Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen or TPM certification or project experience

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage hot refining operations, ensuring smooth functioning and optimum output.
• Develop and implement strategies for process improvement and cost reduction in hot refining.
• Maintain an efficient balance between production quality, quantity and resource utilization.
• Lead, train and mentor the operational team, ensuring alignment with safety and quality standards.
• Set performance objectives and regularly evaluate the team’s progress toward those goals.
• Coordinate with the maintenance team for regular servicing and preventive maintenance of refining equipment.
• Prepare and present regular reports on production performance, downtime, costs and other critical metrics to senior management.

Job description

Area Head Hot Refining Aluminium Melting & Furnace Operations West Halol, Gujarat, India 7 - 14 Years Permanent Staff

Job Description

About CMR

Group is India's largest producer of Aluminium and zinc die-casting alloys. With 13 state-of-the-art manufacturing plants across the country, CMR has become the preferred supplier for many of India’s largest automotive industry leaders. Since its inception in 2006, CMR has consistently outpaced competition by focusing on delivering superior value to its stakeholders. This value is driven by a strong commitment to technical advancements, quality enhancement, sustainability, and people-centric practices. We believe in an \"Employee First\" philosophy, ensuring that our people are at the core of our success. Our dedication to fostering an enriching work environment is reflected in our recognition as the 'Most Preferred Place for Women to Work' and as one of the Top 15 Mid-Sized India’s Best Workplaces in Manufacturing for 2026 by Great Place to Work®.

As CMR continues to chart its growth trajectory, we remain committed to innovation and excellence. We are always looking for enthusiastic and dynamic individuals to join our team and contribute to our continued success.

Job Band: B

Designation: Dy Manager/ Manager

No. of Posts: 1

Department: Hot Refining

Reporting to : Plant Head

Qualification:

Essential: Full-time B.E./B.Tech or Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Metallurgy / Production Engineering.

Desired: Master’s degree in Metallurgy, Mechanical, Electrical, Production or in Operations Management or Furnace Operations.

Experience:

Essential: 7+ years of experience in “ Aluminium or Non-Ferrous Hot Refining / Melting / Furnace Operations’ with at least 3 years in a managerial role is mandatory

Hands-on experience in rotational-shift furnace operations, molten metal processing and production control.

Stable career history: not more than 3 employers in the last 7 years, or an average tenure of at least 2 years per employer.

Aluminium Hot Refining and Melting furnace operations, including furnace charging schedule, quantity and sequence.

Metal Circulation Furnace / Pump Furnace, Melting Furnace and Holding Furnace operations.

Flux quantity and flux addition control; alloying composition, alloying sequence and addition of virgin alloy / virgin metal.

Chemical composition control and spectrometer-based quality checking against alloy specifications.

Melt loss control, dross reduction and metal recovery in an Aluminium / Non-Ferrous manufacturing environment.

Ingot quality control: visual quality and ingot weight variation.

Process optimization, root cause analysis and troubleshooting of furnace and equipment issues.

ERP production and quality booking, process parameters, production targets and EHS requirements.

Job Profile

The position holder will be responsible for overseeing the hot refining process in the plant, ensuring operational efficiency, safety and quality. The role requires hands-on experience in metallurgical refining processes, managing a team, optimizing production and meeting regulatory compliance.

Process Management

Supervise and manage hot refining operations, ensuring smooth functioning and optimum output.

Develop and implement strategies for process improvement and cost reduction in hot refining.

Maintain an efficient balance between production quality, quantity and resource utilization.

Lead, train and mentor the operational team, ensuring alignment with safety and quality standards.

Set performance objectives and regularly evaluate the team’s progress toward those goals.

Quality Control & Assurance

Ensure products meet all necessary quality standards and customer requirements.

Collaborate with the quality control team to analyze and address any product deviations or defects.

Safety and Compliance

Enforce adherence to health, safety and environmental standards in the hot refining unit.

Ensure compliance with industry regulations, government policies and internal safety protocols.

Production Planning

Develop and execute production schedules to meet company demand, minimize downtime and reduce bottlenecks.

Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as yield, efficiency and energy consumption to optimize production.

Identify opportunities for reducing operational costs, improving process efficiency and maximizing output.

Ensure proper utilization of resources, including raw materials, energy and labor.

Equipment Maintenance

Coordinate with the maintenance team for regular servicing, repair and preventive maintenance of refining equipment to avoid disruptions.

Reporting

Prepare and present regular reports on production performance, downtime, costs and other critical metrics to senior management.

Other Equipment

IDSM Machine, Casters 1, 2, 4 & 5, Autostackers 1, 2, 4 & 5, and Ladle Preheater.

Core Competencies

Team Management

Quality Standards and Process Control

Result Oriented

Ownership and Accountability

Preferred Skill

Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen or TPM certification or project experience.

Experience in secondary aluminium, aluminium alloy or ingot manufacturing, or automotive die-casting alloy supply.

Experience handling EHS audits and statutory compliance in a refining or melting plant.

Experience managing multi-shift operations and large operator teams.

General

Age 30- 35 years.

CTC 14 LPA to 18 LPA approx.

Candidate should not be frequent job changer.

Notice Period- Joining period Max 30 Days. We can buy notice period, if required