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Date: 15 Oct 2026

Location: IN

Company: shyamsteelT1

Established in 1953, Shyam Steel Group is one of the leading TMT Bar producers in India, manufacturing TMT Rebar, Billets, Sponge Iron and Ferro Alloys. Shyam Steel has also expanded its business in Construction Solutions, FMCG, Infrastructure, IT & ITeS Solutions etc. Operating with cutting-edge technology in order to meet the stringent requirements of its reputed customers both in India and abroad. Shyam Steel has emerged as a large, growing, competitive and multi-product organization by delivering quality material & service through innovation, excellence, and dedication.

2. Key Roles and Responsibilities

A. Mechanical Maintenance

  • Perform routine inspection, maintenance, and repair of rolling mill equipment.

  • Maintain and repair gearboxes, bearings, couplings, shafts, and mechanical drive systems.

  • Carry out maintenance of rolling stands, roll chocks, guide boxes, pinch rolls, and roller tables.

  • Inspect and maintain conveyors, shears, cooling beds, and other material-handling equipment.

  • Replace and align bearings, rollers, gears, and mechanical components as required.

  • Perform lubrication and greasing of equipment according to the maintenance schedule.

  • Identify abnormal noise, vibration, overheating, oil leakage, and mechanical wear.

B. Breakdown Maintenance

  • Attend mechanical breakdowns promptly to minimize production downtime.

  • Identify faults and assist in root cause analysis.

  • Dismantle, repair, and reassemble mechanical assemblies.

  • Carry out emergency repairs under the supervision of the maintenance engineer.

  • Ensure equipment is tested and handed over safely to production after maintenance.

C. Preventive Maintenance

  • Perform daily, weekly, and monthly preventive maintenance activities.

  • Check bearing clearances, coupling alignment, gearbox oil levels, and lubrication systems.

  • Inspect fasteners, foundations, guards, and mechanical connections.

  • Report worn-out or damaged components and arrange replacements.

  • Maintain equipment inspection checklists and maintenance records.

D. Fitting, Alignment and Fabrication Support

  • Perform fitting, marking, measuring, drilling, grinding, and assembly work.

  • Use tools such as vernier calipers, micrometers, dial gauges, feeler gauges, and torque wrenches.

  • Assist in shaft alignment, gearbox alignment, and coupling alignment.

  • Carry out minor repair and modification work as instructed.

  • Support planned shutdown maintenance and equipment overhauls.

E. Safety and Housekeeping

  • Follow plant safety rules, PPE requirements, and permit-to-work procedures.

  • Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures before starting maintenance.

  • Ensure safe handling of heavy components and lifting equipment.

  • Maintain proper housekeeping at the workplace.

  • Report unsafe conditions, oil leakages, and potential mechanical hazards immediately.

3. Rolling Mill Equipment Knowledge

A mechanical fitter should have working knowledge of the following equipment:

  • Rolling stands and roll assemblies

  • Gearboxes, motors, couplings, and drive shafts

  • Bearings, chocks, and lubrication systems

  • Roller tables and conveyors

  • Pinch rolls and guiding equipment

  • Shearing machines and cooling beds

  • Hydraulic and pneumatic systems

  • Pumps, valves, and pipelines

4. Required Skills and Qualifications

  • ITI Fitter / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, as per company requirements.

  • Experience in steel rolling mill mechanical maintenance is preferred.

  • Knowledge of mechanical dismantling, assembly, fitting, and alignment.

  • Ability to read basic mechanical drawings and equipment manuals.

  • Knowledge of bearings, lubrication, gears, couplings, and fasteners.

  • Ability to identify mechanical faults and work effectively during breakdowns.

  • Willingness to work in shifts and during planned shutdowns.

5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • Reduction in mechanical breakdowns and equipment downtime.

  • Completion of preventive maintenance as per schedule.

  • Quick and effective breakdown response.

  • Improved equipment availability and reliability.

  • Compliance with safety procedures and zero unsafe acts.

  • Proper use of tools, spare parts, and maintenance materials.

6. Daily Duties of a Rolling Mill Fitter

  1. Take the shift handover and understand pending maintenance issues.

  2. Inspect rolling mill equipment and check for abnormal conditions.

  3. Attend breakdowns and perform necessary mechanical repairs.

  4. Complete scheduled preventive maintenance activities.

  5. Check lubrication, bearings, couplings, and gearbox conditions.

  6. Coordinate with operators and the maintenance supervisor.

  7. Record completed jobs and report equipment abnormalities.

  8. Hand over equipment safely to the production department.

 

 

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