Steel Melting Shop - LTSSHF -20221056

Larsen & Toubro; Surat; On-site; INR 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro in Surat, Gujarat, invites applications for an Ingot Casting Operator. You will perform bottom pouring casting in steel production, manage shift operations, and ensure alignment with production schedules.

Responsibilities include monitoring casting parameters, maintaining mould consumables, conducting quality checks, following SOPs, and coordinating with production, maintenance, quality and stores teams. Proficiency in MS Office and ERP for reporting and planning is desired.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in ingot casting operations, especially bottom pouring casting.
• Ability to independently manage shift operations per production schedules.
• Knowledge of moulds, refractories, bottom pouring accessories and related equipment.
• Familiarity with quality control and adherence to SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control ingot casting parameters to ensure quality and yield.
• Maintain adherence to safe working practices and safety guidelines.
• Prepare production records, shift reports and operational documentation.
• Coordinate with production, maintenance, quality and stores teams for seamless execution.
• Drive cost optimization and material utilization improvements.

Skills

Ingot Casting Operations

Bottom Pouring Casting

Shift Operations

Quality Control

ERP & MS Office

Communication & Team Leadership

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

• Hands-on experience in Ingot Casting Operations, particularly in Bottom Pouring Casting Practice within steel manufacturing environments.
• Independently handle shift operations and ensure smooth execution of casting activities as per production schedules.
• Monitor and control ingot casting parameters to ensure product quality, yield, and process efficiency.
• Possess sound knowledge of moulds, mould accessories, bottom pouring refractories, and insulating pads used in casting operations.
• Ensure proper inspection and quality control of mould-related consumables before use.
• Maintain adherence to standard operating procedures and quality requirements during casting operations.
• Ensure safe working practices and compliance with all safety guidelines and statutory requirements.
• Identify operational risks and implement corrective actions to prevent accidents and process interruptions.
• Plan, monitor, and maintain optimum inventory levels of refractories, mould consumables, and casting accessories as per heat schedules.
• Coordinate with production, maintenance, quality, and stores teams for seamless operational execution.
• Monitor consumable usage and drive initiatives for cost optimization and material utilization improvement.
• Analyze process deviations and support root cause analysis to eliminate recurring operational issues.
• Drive continual improvement initiatives to enhance casting quality, productivity, and operational reliability.
• Demonstrate willingness to learn and adopt new technologies, best practices, and process improvements in the ingot casting area.
• Ensure effective workplace management through proper housekeeping, 5S implementation, and operational discipline.
• Utilize quality tools and problem-solving techniques to improve process performance and product quality.
• Guide and support operators in achieving production, quality, and safety objectives during shifts.
• Prepare and maintain production records, shift reports, and operational documentation.
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems for reporting, inventory management, planning, and data analysis.
• Possess good communication, planning, analytical, and team management skills for efficient shift operations.