Role & responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

- Manage smooth and secure operation of LRF and VD equipment for secondary refining of molten steel.
- Control temperature, alloy additions, slag composition, and stirring parameters to meet chemical and inclusion requirements.
- Monitor argon purging, vacuum cycles, and degassing duration as per specific grade standards.
- Plan and coordinate ladle movement between EAF, LRF, VD, and Caster to minimize heat loss and delays.
- Achieve production goals optimally managing power consumption, electrode usage, and ferro-alloy application.
- Maintain accurate recording and analysis of heat-wise operational parameters including power-on times, cycle durations, and deviations.
- Ensure metallurgical standards in steel chemistry and cleanliness including inclusion control, desulphurization, and hydrogen removal.
- Liaise closely with Quality Control laboratories for timely sample testing and corrective actions.
- Develop, implement, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for LRF and VD operations.
- Coordinate with Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation teams to maintain equipment reliability and availability.
- Monitor and maintain critical systems such as power supply, vacuum pumps, transformers, ladle tilting, roof movement, and alloy feeding systems.
- Report and resolve equipment abnormalities; support maintenance shutdowns and reliability improvements.
- Adhere strictly to safety policies including PPE use, hot metal handling, and pre-job safety checks.




- Maintain cleanliness and manage proper refractory handling in working areas.
- Comply with environmental regulations regarding fume extraction, dust collection, and slag disposal.
- Analyze operational data to identify improvement opportunities in process efficiency and cost reduction.
- Participate in root cause analyses for process delays, power trips, heat rejections, and implement corrective actions.
- Lead or contribute to continuous improvement projects based on Kaizen, TPM, and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Support automation and digitization initiatives within the Steel Melting Shop.
- Coordinate with upstream EAF and downstream Caster, Refractory, and Maintenance teams for smooth workflow.
- Maintain heat logs, shift reports, and production summaries; prepare documentation for audits and management reviews.
- Lead and mentor engineers, supervisors, and operational staff; manage manpower planning and skill development.
- Conduct training on process parameters, safety precautions, and emergency handling procedures.
- Foster teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence within the LRF/VD team.

Preferred candidate profile Qualifications & Experience

- B.E./B.Tech in Metallurgical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
- Assistant Manager: 6 to 10 years experience in LRF/VD operations in integrated steel plants.
- Deputy Manager: 10 to 14 years experience working in Steel Melting Shop with emphasis on secondary metallurgy process control and leadership.
- Experience in Integrated Steel or Alloy Steel Plants handling secondary refining units.

📌 Deputy Manager / Assistant Manager LRF & VD Operation (Delhi)
🏢 Sarthee Consultancy
📍 Delhi