Methods Manager

Anugraha Castings; Coimbatore District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading steel foundry in Tamil Nadu seeks a Methods Manager to enhance casting production efficiency. Candidates should have 5–15 years of foundry experience and a background in Mechanical or Metallurgical Engineering. You'll lead teams, oversee design and production processes, and improve quality and yield with advanced simulation tools. This full-time role requires strong communication and technical guidance skills, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 5–15 years of foundry experience for senior roles.
• Proven expertise in reducing scrap and improving yield.
• Ability to lead and mentor teams in methoding.

Responsibilities

• Design gating and raisers minimizing defects.
• Supervise pattern design processes.
• Collaborate with pattern makers for accuracy.

Skills

Methoding

Pattern shop management

Tooling

Casting simulation

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree (B.E./B.Tech) or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering

Tools

MAGMA

ProCAST

AutoCAST

Job description

Grans Tech is a premier steel foundry specializing in the production and supply of precision‑machined castings. With expertise in handling complex geometries and diverse material grades, we operate with an installed capacity of 350 MT per month and can manufacture castings up to 1000 kg in weight. Our products serve critical industries including valves, pumps, and defense, where reliability and performance are paramount. By consistently overcoming technical challenges and supporting our clients’ growth, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner across multiple industrial sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Design gating, raisers minimizing defects such as shrinkage, porosity, and inclusions.
• Supervise pattern design, modification, and approval processes.
• Collaborate with pattern makers to ensure dimensional accuracy and durability.
• Evaluate existing casting processes and implement improvements.
• Introduce advanced technologies and simulation software to enhance efficiency.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with metallurgical and dimensional standards.
• Partner with quality control teams to resolve defects and address customer concerns.
• Provide technical guidance during melting, molding, and pouring operations.
• Align methoding practices with production schedules to meet delivery commitments.
• Train engineers and supervisors in modern methoding techniques.
• Enforce strict adherence to safety and environmental standards.

In essence, the Methods Manager is the technical backbone of the foundry, ensuring every casting is designed and produced with maximum efficiency, quality, and profitability.

Qualifications

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree (B.E./B.Tech) or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering.
• Experience: Typically 5–15 years of foundry experience for senior roles.
• Proven expertise in methoding, pattern shop management, tooling, and casting simulation.
• Demonstrated success in reducing scrap, improving yield, and defect analysis.
• Proficiency in casting simulation software (e.g., MAGMA, ProCAST, AutoCAST).
• Strong knowledge of gating, risering, and feeding systems for steel castings.
• Familiarity with pattern making, molding processes, and steel metallurgy.
• Ability to lead and mentor teams in methoding and pattern shops.
• Experience in production scheduling, cost control, and quality assurance.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate effectively across design, production, and quality departments.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Automation Machinery Manufacturing