FITTER

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Operation Support

• Assist rolling mill operators in setting up and operating mill stands and related equipment.
• Monitor equipment performance during rolling operations.
• Ensure smooth movement of billets, bars, rods, or structural sections through the rolling process.
• Support roll changing and mill setup activities.

Mechanical Maintenance During Operations

• Inspect rolling mill equipment for abnormal vibration, noise, overheating, or leakage.
• Attend minor mechanical breakdowns during production.
• Replace worn-out parts such as bearings, couplings, guides, liners, rollers, and fasteners.
• Carry out routine lubrication of machinery and equipment.
• Assist maintenance teams during major repairs and shutdowns.

Rolling Mill Equipment Handling

Work on and monitor:

• Rolling mill stands
• Roll assemblies
• Roller tables
• Pinch rolls
• Shears and crop shears
• Loopers
• Conveyors
• Cooling beds
• Gearboxes and drive systems
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Water cooling systems

Inspection & Preventive Maintenance

• Perform routine inspections according to maintenance schedules.
• Identify potential failures and report them to supervisors.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and housekeeping standards.
• Assist in preventive maintenance activities to reduce downtime.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all plant safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Comply with Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) procedures during maintenance activities.
• Report unsafe conditions and near-miss incidents.
• Ensure safe handling of tools, lifting equipment, and hot materials.

Quality Support

• Assist in maintaining proper equipment alignment and settings.
• Support efforts to minimize product defects caused by mechanical issues.
• Ensure rolling guides and related components are correctly installed and adjusted.

Documentation

• Record maintenance activities and breakdown details.
• Maintain shift logs and equipment inspection records.
• Report spare part requirements and equipment abnormalities.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of mechanical fitting practices.
• Ability to read basic engineering drawings and assembly sketches.
• Familiarity with bearings, gearboxes, couplings, shafts, and lubrication systems.
• Knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments.
• Understanding of rolling mill equipment and production processes.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Qualification

• ITI in Fitter Trade (preferred).
• NCVT/SCVT certification.
• Additional industrial safety training is advantageous.

Experience

• 2–8 years of experience in rolling mills, steel plants, foundries, or heavy engineering industries.
• Experience in TMT bar, wire rod, structural, or section rolling mills preferred.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Equipment uptime and availability.
• Breakdown response time.
• Number of repeat failures.
• Compliance with safety procedures.
• Quality-related equipment issues.
• Housekeeping and workplace discipline.

Working Conditions

• Rotational shift duties.
• Exposure to heat, noise, dust, and moving machinery.
• Requirement to work during breakdowns and shutdown maintenance activities.

Typical Duties During a Shift

1. Inspect mill equipment before start-up.
2. Check lubrication levels and equipment condition.
3. Assist in roll and guide changing.
4. Attend operational mechanical issues during rolling.
5. Support production continuity by minimizing downtime.
6. Record observations and hand over status to the next shift.