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

Key Responsibilities:

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. 

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.

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 
• Responsible for fostering a respectful and inclusive work environment, free from all forms of harassment and discrimination. 
• ISO (9001,14001,45001 & 50001) Emphasis on customer focus and ensuring products/services meet customer and regulatory requirements. 
• Responsibilities related to process effectiveness and efficiency. 
• Contribution to OH&S objectives, incident reporting, and promoting a safe work environment.  
• Responsibilities related to environmental aspects and impacts, compliance with environmental obligations, and pollution prevention.  
• Contribution to environmental objectives and targets. 
• Understand and comply with the organization's Energy Policy and contribute to its energy performance objectives and targets. 

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). 

Skills:

• EAF operation and control including charge mix planning, melting cycle optimization, and tapping practices 
• Furnace power management, electrode regulation, oxygen blowing, and carbon injection control 
• Slag chemistry control and refining practices for quality steelmaking 
• Process monitoring and analysis using Level-1 and Level-2 automation systems 
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and troubleshooting of operational and equipment issues 
• Coordination with LRF, VD, CCM, RMHS, and maintenance teams for smooth heat flow 
• Data analysis and reporting of production, power, electrode, and delay parameters 
• Team supervision, shift management, and operator training 

Abilities:

• Ability to manage EAF operations safely and efficiently under high-temperature and high-risk conditions 
• Ability to optimize productivity, energy consumption, and cost parameters 
• Ability to take quick operational decisions during furnace trips, breakdowns, or process deviations 
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop engineers and operators across shifts 
• Ability to work cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, refractory, and automation teams 
• Ability to implement continuous improvement initiatives (TPM, Kaizen, energy optimization) 
• Ability to ensure strict compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and energy management systems 
• Ability to prepare and present technical and operational reports to management 

Knowledge:

• Thorough knowledge of Electric Arc Furnace steelmaking principles and practices 
• Knowledge of scrap, DRI, pig iron characteristics and their impact on melting and yield 
• Knowledge of metallurgical reactions during melting, oxidation, refining, and tapping 
• Knowledge of refractory types, wear mechanisms, and furnace lining management 
• Knowledge of EAF equipment including transformers, electrodes, roof, shell, cooling, burners, and lances 
• Knowledge of pollution control systems, fume extraction, and dust collection norms 
• Knowledge of ISO management systems (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 50001) and statutory compliance 
• Knowledge of energy management concepts, power optimization, and specific energy consumption in EAF 

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