Melting Line Supervisor

Job Title

Melting Department Line SupervisorDepartment: MeltingReports To: Melting Manager / Production ManagerJob Summary

The Melting Department Line Supervisor is responsible for supervising daily melting operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality metal production. The role involves managing manpower, monitoring furnace operations, maintaining process parameters, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and production targets.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate daily melting line activities to meet production schedules.

Monitor furnace operations (induction/arc/rotary, as applicable) and control melting parameters.

Ensure correct charge mix, alloy additions, temperature control, and tapping procedures.

Maintain product quality by following standard operating procedures and quality standards.

Enforce safety rules, PPE usage, and safe work practices on the shop floor.

Allocate manpower, manage shift activities, and guide operators and helpers.

Identify and report equipment malfunctions and coordinate with maintenance teams.

Maintain production records, heat logs, and shift reports.

Reduce melting losses, improve yield, and control energy consumption.

Support continuous improvement initiatives and cost-reduction efforts.

Train new operators and ensure skill development of the team.

Ensure proper housekeeping and 5S implementation in the melting area.

Qualifications & Experience

Diploma / ITI / Graduate in Mechanical, Metallurgy, or related field.

3–8 years of experience in foundry or melting operations.

Prior supervisory experience preferred.

Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of melting processes and furnace operations.

Leadership and team-handling skills.

Knowledge of safety standards and quality systems.

Basic computer skills for reporting and documentation.

Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Working Conditions

Shop-floor based role with exposure to high temperatures.

Rotational shifts as per production requirements.

Pay

₹18,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Benefits

Health insurance

Life insurance

Provident Fund

Education

Diploma (Preferred)

Experience

Foundry

2 years (Required)

Location

Malumichampatti, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu (Preferred)

Work Location

In person