SENIOR SHIFT INCHARGE

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.

Job Title: Senior Shift Incharge – SMS (Operations)

Department: Steel Melting Shop (SMS)

Reports To: SMS Operations Manager / Production Head

Role Summary:

Responsible for overseeing and managing all shift operations in the Steel Melting Shop, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality steel production while meeting production targets and maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Production Management

• Execute daily production plans as per targets.
• Monitor furnace operations (EAF/BOF/IF) and ensure optimum performance.
• Ensure proper sequencing of heats and minimize downtime.
• Coordinate with CCM (Continuous Casting Machine) for smooth metal flow.

2. Process Control & Optimization

• Maintain process parameters such as temperature, chemistry, and refining time.
• Ensure proper use of raw materials (scrap, DRI, ferroalloys, fluxes).
• Optimize power consumption, yield, and tap-to-tap time.

3. Quality Assurance

• Ensure steel grade meets required specifications.
• Monitor sampling, testing, and corrective actions.
• Reduce rejections and improve first-time-right production.

4. Safety & Compliance

• Enforce safety practices and use of PPE.
• Conduct safety briefings/toolbox talks before shifts.
• Ensure compliance with plant safety standards and statutory regulations.

5. Team Management

• Supervise shift operators, technicians, and contract workforce.
• Allocate manpower effectively across furnace, LRF, and casting areas.
• Train and guide team members for skill enhancement.

6. Maintenance Coordination

• Coordinate with maintenance teams for preventive and breakdown maintenance.
• Ensure minimal downtime and quick issue resolution during shift.

7. Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare shift reports (production, delays, quality, incidents).
• Maintain logs of heat data, consumables, and performance metrics.
• Report abnormalities and suggest improvements.

8. Cost Control

• Monitor consumption of electrodes, refractories, alloys, and power.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Production target achievement
• Yield and recovery percentage
• Power consumption per ton
• Tap-to-tap time
• Rejection rate / quality deviations
• Safety incidents (zero harm goal)

Qualifications:

• B.E./B.Tech in Metallurgical / Mechanical Engineering
• Diploma with significant experience may also be considered

Experience:

• 8–15 years in Steel Melting Shop operations
• Experience in EAF/BOF/Induction Furnace and secondary metallurgy (LRF/VD) preferred
• Prior shift handling experience is essential

Key Skills:

• Strong knowledge of steelmaking processes
• Leadership and team handling
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Process optimization and troubleshooting
• Good communication and reporting skills

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