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Foundry Lab HOD – Job Description
Position: Head of Department – Laboratory
Department: Lab
Reports To: Plant Head
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all foundry laboratory activities for SG casting.
- Supervise chemical, metallurgical, and sand testing.
- Ensure accurate spectrometer and metallurgical microscope analysis.
- Implement and maintain lab SOPs, testing schedules, and control plans.
- Coordinate with Production, Melting, and Quality departments.
- Ensure compliance with safety, statutory, and environmental norms.
- Analyze defects, perform root cause analysis, and take corrective/preventive actions.
- Train and develop lab chemists, metallurgists, and technicians.
- Maintain daily/monthly lab records, production correlation, and KPI reporting.
Quality & Safety
- Ensure chemical composition and microstructure meet customer and internal standards.
- Enforce safety practices (PPE, chemical handling, lab safety procedures).
- Conduct safety audits, training, and toolbox talks.
Cost & Efficiency
- Control lab consumables, chemicals, and equipment usage costs.
- Ensure minimal rework due to lab errors.
- Drive continuous improvement, lean initiatives, and process optimization.
Required Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of metallurgy, chemical composition, and sand testing.
- Defect analysis and root cause investigation.
- Leadership and team management.
- Data analysis, reporting, and documentation skills.
Qualification & Experience
- B.E. / B.Tech / M.Tech in Metallurgy or related field.
- 8–15 years experience in foundry lab operations.
- Hands-on experience with spectrometer, microscope, and lab equipment.
- Automotive foundry experience preferred.
Salary & Benefits
- Salary Range: 30,000 to 50,000 per month (Negotiable, based on experience and skill)
- Benefits:
- Performance-based incentives
- Statutory benefits (PF, Mediclaim as applicable)
- Paid leave and holidays
- Training and skill development opportunities
Work Conditions
- Lab-based role with frequent shop-floor coordination.
- Shift flexibility as per production needs.
Interested candidate may apply on : hrm.aditya@yashind.com / WhatsApp No.9921544835