Melting Incharge

Keka Inc.; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 446,000 - 670,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based incentives

PF & Mediclaim

Paid leave & holidays

Training & skill development

Job summary

Keka Inc. in India seeks an experienced Metallurgy/Mechanical engineer with 8-15 years in foundry melting operations to lead induction furnace processes, control energy use, and ensure product quality.

You will collaborate with Quality, Production and Maintenance, implement SOPs, and mentor operators while maintaining performance reports. The role requires leadership, safety compliance, and continuous improvement focus in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• BE/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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Kaizen

Lean manufacturing

Education

BE/B.Tech in Metallurgy or Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Induction furnaces

Spectrometer control

Job description

• 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.
• Control raw material consumption and alloy costs.
• Reduce power/fuel consumption and improve furnace efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement, Kaizen, and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• 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)
• Performance-based incentives
• Statutory benefits (PF, Mediclaim as applicable)
• Paid leave and holidays
• Training and skill development opportunities
• Performance-based incentives
• Statutory benefits (PF, Mediclaim as applicable)
• Paid leave and holidays
• Training and skill development opportunities

Work Conditions

• Shift flexibility as per production requirements.