Department: Production / Operations
Location: Vadodara
Reporting To: Production Manager
Job Purpose
To operate the slitting line, ensuring secure, effective, and quality-driven processing of stainless steel coils as per production plans and customer specifications. The role is responsible for achieving production targets, maintaining equipment efficiency, controlling quality, and managing shop-floor manpower during shifts.
Key Responsibilities:
Production Operations
Operate and supervise slitting line activities to achieve daily production targets.
Ensure correct setup of slitting knives, separators, and tension settings as per job specifications.
Monitor line speed, strip quality, slitting accuracy, and recoiling operations.
Minimize coil changeover time and maximize machine utilization.
Coordinate with PPC and warehouse teams for material availability.
Quality Assurance
Verify material grade, coil dimensions, and customer requirements before processing.
Ensure slit width tolerances and finish quality meet customer specifications.
Monitor and control defects such as:
Edge burrs
Camber
Coil telescoping
Surface scratches
Width variation
Edge waviness
Coordinate with the Quality Department for inspections and corrective actions.
Team Supervision
Lead and guide operators, helpers, and contract workers during shifts.
Allocate manpower effectively to achieve production schedules.
Ensure adherence to SOPs, work instructions, and process discipline.
Support skill development and on-the-job training of operators.
Safety & Compliance
Ensure strict compliance with EHS guidelines and PPE usage.
Conduct pre-shift safety checks and identify unsafe conditions.
Report incidents, near misses, and unsafe acts promptly.
Maintain 5S standards and housekeeping in the slitting area.
Maintenance Coordination
Carry out routine machine inspecti