Calderys

Provides customized refractory solutions and services

Production Line Manager - Tap Hole Clay

Machine & Process OperationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBhubaneswar, Odisha, IndiaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A B.E./B.Tech in Ceramic Engineering is essential; a Ceramic Diploma may be considered with strong experience.
Five to eight years of experience in refractory manufacturing.
At least five years of experience in Tap Hole Clay production.
Strong knowledge of Tap Hole Clay production.
Exposure to SAP (PP/MM) and production reporting systems.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Tap Hole Clay production line, ensuring consistent product quality, safe operations, cost efficiency, and compliance with IMS, safety, and sustainability standards while meeting customer-specific performance requirements.
Plan, execute, and monitor end-to-end production of Tap Hole Clay.
Manage raw material handling, batching, mixing and kneading, extrusion or briquetting, aging, packing, and dispatch.
Control critical process parameters, including plasticity, rheology, grain size distribution, carbon, resin and pitch content, mixing time, and temperature.
Ensure adherence to approved formulations, standard operating procedures, and process control plans.
Coordinate with QA/QC for testing, defect analysis, and corrective and preventive action implementation.
Reduce batch variation, rejection, rework, customer complaints, and field performance issues.
Ensure safe handling and storage of resins, pitch, oils, and carbonaceous materials.
Enforce EHS standards, safety procedures, and statutory requirements on the shop floor.
Ensure compliance with IMS standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001) and internal audits.
Lead, train, and motivate production supervisors, engineers, and operators.
Conduct skill-gap analysis and on-the-job training for operators on alumina brick processes.
Support manpower planning, shift management, and performance reviews.
Coordinate with Maintenance, Quality, R&D, SCM, and Planning teams for smooth operations.
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production reports, KPI dashboards, and MIS.
Support audits, customer visits, and technical discussions when required.

Responsibilities:

To lead and manage the Tap Hole Clay (THC) production line, ensuring consistent product quality, safe operations, cost efficiency, and compliance with Calderys’ IMS, safety, and sustainability standards while meeting customer-specific performance requirements
Plan, execute, and monitor end-to-end production of Tap Hole Clay.
Manage processes including raw material handling, batching, mixing/kneading, extrusion or briquetting, aging, packing, and dispatch.
Control critical process parameters such as plasticity, rheology, grain size distribution, carbon/resin/pitch content, mixing time, and temperature control.
Ensure strict adherence to approved formulations, SOPs, and process control plans.
Coordinate with QA/QC for testing, defect analysis, and implementation of CAPA.
Drive reduction in batch variation, customer complaints, and field performance issues.
Ensure safe handling and storage of resins, pitch, oils, and carbonaceous materials.
Drive reduction in rejection, rework, and customer complaints.
Enforce EHS standards, safety procedures, and statutory requirements on the shop floor.
Ensure compliance with IMS (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001) and internal audits.
Lead, train, and motivate production supervisors, engineers, and operators.
Conduct skill gap analysis and on-the-job training for operators on alumina brick processes.
Support manpower planning, shift management, and performance reviews.
Coordinate with Maintenance, Quality, R&D, SCM, and Planning teams for smooth operations.
Prepare daily/weekly/monthly production reports, KPI dashboards, and MIS.
Support audits, customer visits, and technical discussions when required.

Skills & Competencies:

Essential: B.E./B.Tech in Ceramic Engineering (Ceramic Diploma with strong experience may be considered)
5-8 years of experience in refractory manufacturing
Minimum 5 years in Tap Hole Clay production
Strong knowledge of Tap Hole Clay Production
Exposure to SAP (PP/MM) and production reporting systems

About the Company

Calderys

Provides customized refractory solutions and services

Calderys provides refractory solutions for industries such as iron and steel, foundries, aluminum, cement, and other thermal applications. Its offerings include monolithic and brick-based refractories, plus engineering, installation, and maintenance services. The products and services are customized to meet each client’s operational needs, with close collaboration to understand challenges and develop tailored solutions that improve performance, reduce costs, and enhance safety. Unlike competitors who offer generic products, Calderys emphasizes end-to-end, long-term service through engineering, installation, and regular maintenance contracts, creating ongoing relationships with customers. The company’s goal is to help clients optimize refractory performance, extend equipment life, lower operating costs, and maintain safe, reliable operations.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Vantaa, Finland
Founded: 1929

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