Core Shop
Supervise daily core-making activities to meet production schedules.
Ensure correct core dimensions, strength, curing, and storage practices.
Monitor core quality and reduce core-related defects.
Ensure proper usage and consumption of sand, resin, catalyst, and other consumables.
Coordinate with the moulding department to ensure timely availability of cores.
Maintain housekeeping and safety standards within the core shop.
Production & Operations
Allocate manpower efficiently across shifts.
Ensure daily production targets are achieved.
Maintain discipline, attendance, and shift planning.
Monitor equipment utilization and report maintenance requirements.
Reduce downtime and improve operational efficiency.
Quality
Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures.
Identify recurring defects and implement corrective actions.
Work closely with Quality and Production teams to improve First Pass Yield.
Maintain rejection and rework records.
Safety & Housekeeping
Enforce PPE compliance and secure work practices.
Maintain clean and organized work areas following 5S principles.
Report unsafe conditions and ensure corrective actions are taken.
Documentation & Reporting
Prepare daily production reports.
Track rejection, rework, and productivity data.
Maintain core consumption and fettling performance records.
Report manpower utilization and operational issues to management.
Required Skills
Solid knowledge of sand casting processes.
Understanding of core-making techniques and consumables.
Knowledge of fettling equipment and finishing operations.
Ability to read engineering drawings.
Team leadership and manpower management.
Problem-solving and root cause analysis.
Basic computer skills (Excel, production reporting).
Robust communication and coordination skills.