Job Description

Updated:

February 19, 2025

Location:

Gujarat, India

Organization:

Metals

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The Section Head - Refractory oversees the operations and management of the refractory section within a manufacturing or industrial facility. This role is crucial for ensuring the effective use and maintenance of refractory materials, which are essential for high-temperature processes.

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Team Management: Supervise and lead the refractory team, including engineers, technicians, and support staff.

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Project Management: Manage refractory-related projects, including new installations, upgrades, and refurbishments.

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Maintenance and Repairs: Develop and implement maintenance schedules for refractory linings of furnace for different stages of smelting . Oversee repairs and replacements as needed.

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Process Optimization: Monitor and optimize refractory performance to improve efficiency and reduce downtime. improving furnace campaign life. Involvement in SOPs preparation & Implementation at shop floor

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Quality Control: Ensure that refractory materials and installations meet industry standards and quality requirements.Participating and leading improvement activities such as kaizen, Quality Circes etc.

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Planning and Budgetry controls: Prepare and manage annual budgets for refractory operations, including procurement of materials and tools. CAPEX budget planning for annual shutdown. Collating inputs for the annual R&M budget and MOC with regard to repair & maintenance expenses, operating supply of consumables etc. for refractories and anti-corrosion lining at the assigned areas. Analyzing data on refractory performance in assigned area and collating predictive maintenances well as annual shutdown requirement in coordination and relevant operating departments.

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Safety Compliance: Enforce safety protocols and ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards. achieving target safety index. Preparation and implementation of HIRA and JSA documents.

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Training and Development: Provide training and development opportunities for staff to enhance skills and knowledge in refractory materials and techniques.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Materials Engg.

Minimum Experience Level:

8-15 Years

Report to:

Senior General Manager