Assistant Shift In Charge - CCM at African Foundries Limited

Job Description

• As the Asst. Shift In-charge - CCM, you will be responsible for managing shift operations in the Continuous Casting Machine (CCM) department.
• Your primary duties include ensuring seamless operation, maintaining quality standards, and upholding safety protocols.
• You will lead a team of operators, coordinate shift activities, and ensure efficient production processes.

Key Responsibilities
CCM Operation and Maintenance:

• Manage the operation and maintenance of the CCM during assigned shifts to ensure continuous production.
• Monitor equipment performance and conduct necessary repairs to minimize downtime.

Ladle Lining Inspection:

• Inspect the condition of ladle lining after each heat to ensure it meets required standards.
• Record and analyze data on ladle lining life and refractory usage.

Free Opening of Ladle:

• Ensure 100% free opening of ladles at the CCM without the need for lancing.
• Implement best practices to achieve and maintain ladle lining life as per standards.

Cleaning and Maintenance:

• Oversee the cleaning of fixed nozzles, slide gates, collector nozzles, and slag removal from ladles after each cast.
• Ensure proper maintenance and partial repair of equipment.

Slide Gate and Ladle Nozzle Management:

• Manage the fixing and maintenance of slide gates and ladle nozzles to ensure efficient heat carrying from furnaces.
• Maintain daily records of ladle refractory usage and performance.

Shift Supervision:

• Supervise manpower and their activities during the shift to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain operational and maintenance logbooks and checklists regularly.

Process Parameters and Quality Control:

• Ensure proper process parameters are followed as per SOP to maintain billet quality.
• Document all operations and maintenance activities as per SOP.

Inter-Department Communication:

• Facilitate effective communication and planning within and between departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Coordinate with other departments to address any operational issues promptly.

Safety Management:

• Ensure the safety of both manpower and machinery during the shift.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols to minimize risks.

Overall Shift Responsibility:

• Take overall responsibility for CCM operations during the shift, ensuring efficiency and quality.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by management from time to time.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications
Academic Qualification:

• HND/B.Eng. in Mechanical / Metallurgy Engineering.
• Science graduates with relevant experience may also apply

Experience:

• Min 10 years. Experience in Caster Operation
• Min 10 years. Experience in Caster Operation
• Min. 5 years. Experience as Mould Operator

Core Functional Experience:

• Ladle Lining Process: Expertise in the ladle lining process to ensure durability and performance.
• Machine Cleaning: Proficient in cleaning and maintaining CCM machinery, including nozzles and slide gates.
• Team Leadership: Experience in leading and managing a team effectively.
• Shift Coordination: Skilled in coordinating shift activities to ensure continuous operation.
• Safety Standards Compliance: Strong commitment to maintaining and enforcing safety standards.