Position: Induction Furnace ManagerLocation: Pokhariya, Birgunj, Parsa, Narayani, NepalReports to: Head – Meltshop

Role Summary

The Induction Furnace Manager owns the complete performance of the Steel Melting Shop (SMS) induction furnace operations, from heat planning to tapping, ensuring consistent achievement of production targets, optimal power consumption, and strict metallurgical quality control.This role demands a hands-on leader capable of setting up disciplined furnace operations, stabilizing processes, and driving efficiency in a greenfield/startup plant environment. The incumbent will play a critical role in building systems, training teams, and establishing benchmarks for productivity, cost, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end induction furnace operations, including melting, refining, and tapping cycles

Develop and execute heat plans, tapping schedules, and furnace campaign strategies

Drive power panel optimization to achieve best-in-class energy consumption (kWh/tonne)

Ensure precise alloy addition control to meet required chemistry and minimize rework

Oversee charge mix optimization (scrap, sponge iron, alloys) to improve yield and reduce cost

Manage refractory lifecycle, including lining practices, performance monitoring, and procurement

Coordinate closely with charge preparation, maintenance, and quality teams for seamless operations

Lead shift scheduling, manpower deployment, and productivity management on the shop floor

Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and process issues affecting furnace performance

Establish and monitor process control parameters including temperature, slag chemistry, and melt time

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime, improve yield, and stabilize operations

Ensure strict adherence to safety standards and incident prevention protocols

Maintain accurate production reporting, heat logs, and performance analysis

Technical Expertise Required

Strong hands-on experience in induction furnace operations (medium/high frequency)

Deep understanding of metallurgy: scrap behavior, alloying, slag control, and temperature management

Proven track record in power consumption optimization (kWh/tonne reduction)

Expertise in refractory management, lining practices, and campaign life improvement

Knowledge of furnace power systems and panel operations

Experience in charge mix design and yield improvement techniques

Familiarity with pollution control and compliance norms in SMS operations

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Achievement of daily induction furnace production targets

Power consumption (kWh per tonne)

Refractory cost per tonne and campaign life

Chemistry compliance rate (first-time right heats)

Tapping temperature accuracy

Reduction in downtime and process deviations

Improvement in yield and material efficiency

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

B.Tech in Metallurgy (preferred) or relevant engineering discipline

Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in induction furnace operations

Strong experience in

o Refractory managemento Charge mix optimizationo Meltshop process control

Prior exposure to plant setup, commissioning, or startup operations will be a strong advantage

Leadership Expectations

Strong shop-floor ownership with a bias for action

Ability to build, train, and lead teams from the ground up

Decisive problem-solving in high-pressure production environments

High accountability for output, cost, quality, and safety metrics

Willingness to work in a startup plant setup with evolving systems and processes

What We Are Looking For

A results-driven furnace expert who doesn’t just manage operations but builds and stabilizes them—someone who understands the realities of the shop floor, can optimize every heat, and is committed to delivering consistent performance from day one.

Interested candidates may send their CV to

[email protected]

Subject Line

Application for Induction Furnace Manager