Job Description
Moulding HOD – Job Description
Position: Head of Department – Moulding
Department: Moulding
Reports To: Plant Head
Key Responsibilities
Skills Required
Data Analysis, Leadership, Team Management, Documentation, Root Cause Analysis, Reporting, Problem-solving
Position: Head of Department – Moulding
Department: Moulding
Reports To: Plant Head
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all moulding operations .
- Ensure consistent mould quality, dimensional accuracy, and production targets.
- Implement and maintain SOPs for moulding, gating, risering, venting, and handling.
- Monitor sand properties (moisture, green strength, permeability, compactability, hardness) and control sand-related defects.
- Coordinate with Melting, Core Shop, Lab, Quality, and Maintenance teams.
- Analyze moulding defects and take corrective/preventive actions.
- Train and develop moulding supervisors and operators.
- Maintain daily/monthly reports on production, defects, and KPIs.
- Ensure moulding quality meets customer and internal standards.
- Enforce safety practices (PPE usage, machine safety, handling of mould boxes and sand).
- Conduct safety audits, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.
- Control sand consumption, rework, and machine efficiency.
- Reduce mould-related defects and optimize cycle time.
- Drive continuous improvement, Kaizen, and lean manufacturing initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of moulding processes, green sand / no-bake systems.
- Problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
- Leadership and team management.
- Data analysis, reporting, and documentation.
- B.E./B.Tech / Diploma – Mechanical / Metallurgy.
- 8–15 years experience in foundry moulding operations.
- Hands-on experience with RENO line preferred.
- Automotive foundry experience preferred.
- Salary Range: 30,000 to 40,000 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
- Shop-floor intensive role.
- Shift flexibility as per production requirements.
Skills Required
Data Analysis, Leadership, Team Management, Documentation, Root Cause Analysis, Reporting, Problem-solving
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