Deputy Manager / Assistant Manager – Operation (EAF) Job in Chandrapur at Lloyds Metals & Energy Ltd

Key Responsibilities

1. EAF Operation Management:

• Supervise and control EAF operations to ensure stable, efficient, and safe melting cycles.
• Plan and execute the charge mix (scrap, DRI, pig iron) as per the heat plan and grade requirement.
• Monitor and control power input, electrode regulation, oxygen blowing, and carbon injection parameters.
• Ensure proper slag control for desired refining and phosphorus removal.
• Optimize tap-to-tap time, specific power consumption, and electrode consumption for cost-effective operation.
• Monitor furnace lining, roof, and electrode performance and coordinate with the refractory team for relining or patching.
• Record heat-wise operational parameters and deviations for continuous improvement.

2. Process & Metallurgical Control:

• Maintain steel chemistry and temperature at tapping in coordination with LRF and VD requirements.
• Ensure deoxidation, slag forming, and alloy additions are carried out as per metallurgical standards.
• Coordinate with the laboratory for heat sample analysis and timely corrections.
• Optimize operational parameters for reduced nitrogen and improved steel cleanliness.
• Implement and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for EAF operation.

3. Equipment & Maintenance Coordination:

• Ensure proper functioning of EAF equipment such as transformers, electrodes, roof, shell, tilting mechanism, cooling system, burners, and lances.
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation departments for routine and preventive maintenance.
• Plan and support furnace shutdowns, relining, and major overhauls.
• Ensure availability and reliability of auxiliary systems such as fume extraction, cooling water, and power distribution.

4. Safety & Environmental Compliance:

• Maintain zero-incident operations through strict adherence to SMS safety procedures.
• Conduct pre-start safety checks and ensure all operators follow PPE and safety SOPs.
• Manage safe handling of hot metal, scrap charging, and slag disposal operations.
• Ensure compliance with pollution control norms, especially for fume extraction and dust collection systems.
• Promote and enforce 5S and housekeeping in the furnace area.

5. Process Optimization & Cost Control:

• Continuously monitor EAF productivity and cost performance indicators (power, electrode, refractory, yield).
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for delays, trip events, and equipment breakdowns.
• Implement process improvement and energy optimization projects (TPM / Kaizen / Six Sigma).
• Work on improving yield, reducing power consumption, and minimizing tap-to-tap time.

6. Coordination & Reporting:

• Coordinate with Raw Material Handling, LRF/VD, and Continuous Casting teams for seamless heat flow.
• Ensure proper ladle scheduling and heat sequencing to avoid bottlenecks.
• Maintain accurate shift records, heat logs, and production reports.
• Participate in daily production and coordination meetings with operation and maintenance teams.
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly reports on production, power, electrode, and delay analysis.

7. Team Management & Development

• Lead and supervise a team of engineers, shift in-charges, and operators.
• Ensure proper manpower deployment for each shift and operation activity.
• Conduct training sessions on EAF operation, safety, and troubleshooting.
• Motivate the team for achieving production and safety targets.
• Evaluate team performance and promote a culture of accountability and skill enhancement.

Qualifications & Experience:

Education:

• B.E. / B.Tech in Metallurgical / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering

Experience:

• Assistant Manager: 6–10 years of experience in EAF operations in an integrated or mini steel plant.
• Deputy Manager: 10–14 years of experience in Electric Arc Furnace operation with exposure to secondary metallurgy (LRF/VD).

Key Skills & Competencies:

• In-depth understanding of EAF steelmaking processes including scrap charging, melting, oxidation, and tapping.
• Strong knowledge of electrode regulation systems, oxygen/carbon injection, and slag control.
• Experience in furnace automation and Level-1 / Level-2 systems.
• Familiarity with EAF equipment maintenance, refractory management, and fume extraction systems.
• Excellent analytical skills for process optimization and cost control.
• Strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and environmental standards.

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