Melting - Shift In Charge

Keka Inc.; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance Bonuses

Job summary

Atharva Foundries Pvt. Ltd. in Maharashtra, India, seeks an experienced professional to oversee melting operations and drive continuous improvement in production processes. The role focuses on SG iron melting, furnace management, and ensuring safety and quality across shifts.

The candidate will monitor metallurgy, support QC testing, and coordinate with maintenance for equipment reliability, while promoting Kaizen and 5S practices on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Experience in SG iron melting operations, preferably with induction furnaces.
• Diploma or BE in Mechanical Engineering or Metallurgy.
• Strong understanding of foundry processes, metallurgy, casting defects and QC systems.
• Familiarity with ERP/MS Office and Kaizen/5S.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate shift melting operations and production schedules.
• Manage furnace operations and charge mix preparation (mild steel scrap, Fe-Si, etc.).
• Control metal chemistry and support QC testing (spectroscopy, hardness, tensile tests).
• Promote safety culture and ensure health, safety and environmental compliance.

Skills

SG iron melting

Foundry processes

ERP

5S/Kaizen

Education

Diploma or BE in Mechanical/Metallurgy

Tools

Spectroscopy

Hardness testing

Tensile testing

Job description

ATHARVA FOUNDRIES PVT. LTD .is a leading producer of high-quality S.G. Iron castings, committed to excellence in production, quality, and safety. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to oversee our melting operations and contribute to our continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Shift Operations Management: Oversee and coordinate all shift melting operations in the foundry, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to production schedules.
• Metal Quality Control: Manage furnace operations, including charge mix preparation (mild steel scrap, Fe-Si, etc.), temperature control, and the critical magnesium treatment process to achieve desired SG iron properties.
• Metallurgical Analysis: Monitor and control metal chemistry and quality, collaborating with the quality control team for testing (spectroscopy, hardness, tensile tests, microstructure analysis) and defect reduction.
• Safety & Compliance: Foster a strong safety culture, ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, and manage the safe handling of molten metal and equipment.
• Process Improvement & Maintenance: Implement process improvements, assist in troubleshooting production issues, and coordinate with maintenance teams for preventive upkeep of furnaces, ladles, and other equipment to minimize downtime.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate production logs, melting records, and prepare shift reports for management review.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Proven hands-on experience in S.G. Iron melting operations, preferably in an induction furnace environment. Diploma or B.E. in Mechanical Engineering or Metallurgy.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of foundry processes, metallurgy, casting defects, and quality control systems.
• Other: Mechanical aptitude, familiarity with ERP/MS Office, and a commitment to continuous improvement (Kaizen, 5S).
• Performance Bonuses