Pilger Mill - incharge - Sr. Mgr / DGM (Production)

Position Title: Pilger Mill - in-charge - Sr. Mgr / DGM (Production)

Location: Palghar

Experience Required: Minimum 10+ years in stainless steel pipe manufacturing

Qualification: B. E / B. Tech / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Job Summary:

• The Pilger Mill in-charge will lead the production operations of the Cold Pilger Mill section, ensuring efficient and high-quality manufacturing of stainless steel pipes and tubes. The role requires strong technical expertise in pilgering processes, team leadership, production planning, and quality control to meet production targets and customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production & Process Control:
• Manage and monitor daily production activities of Cold Pilger Mills to achieve output, quality, and efficiency targets.
• Ensure accurate setup of dies, mandrels, and rollers as per tube specifications.
• Optimize pilgering parameters (feed, rotation, lubrication, etc.) for various grades of stainless steel.
• Minimize rejection, rework, and idle time by implementing continuous process improvements.
• Quality Assurance:
• Ensure adherence to product quality standards and specifications (ASTM, ASME, EN, etc.).
• Coordinate with QA/QC for in-process inspections, wall thickness, ovality, and surface finish requirements.
• Take corrective and preventive actions for any deviations from quality norms.
• Tool & Die Management:
• Monitor the condition and performance of pilger dies and mandrels; coordinate for regrinding, replacement, and inventory management.
• Coordinate with the tool room for timely availability of tooling and fixtures.
• Manpower & Team Management:
• Supervise and guide a team of operators, shift engineers, and technicians.
• Train and upskill team members on process parameters, safety, and equipment handling.
• Evaluate and improve team performance through regular feedback and assessments.
• Maintenance Coordination:
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to schedule preventive maintenance and minimize unplanned breakdowns.
• Ensure regular upkeep and calibration of critical machinery and equipment.
• Reporting & Documentation:
• Maintain production logs, shift reports, and downtime analysis.
• Provide periodic production performance reports to management.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as productivity, efficiency, rejection rate, etc.
• Safety & Compliance:
• Ensure safe working conditions and strict adherence to EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) guidelines.
• Promote safe work practices and conduct safety training sessions periodically.
• Key Skills & Competencies:
• In-depth knowledge of cold pilgering technology and seamless stainless steel pipe production.
• Hands-on experience with pilger mills (e.g., SMS Meer, MRB, or equivalent).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, process charts, and technical standards.
• Sound knowledge of metallurgy related to stainless steel grades (304, 316, 321, etc.).
• Strong leadership, team management, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Familiarity with TPM, 5S, Kaizen, and lean manufacturing techniques.
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Preferred Background:
• Experience working in large-scale stain-less steel pipe & tube manufacturing units.
• Exposure to export-oriented production, customer audits, and third-party inspections.