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Keyword
Lead Brush Maker Abrasive Wheel Maker
Minimum ? ITI diploma
Minimum experience of 2? 6 years in relevant area
The tasks a Lead Brush Maker (Abrasive Wheel) is expected to perform include:
Making lead bushes for abrasive wheel
Running molten lead around the metal core inserted into the centre hole
Fixing the abrasive wheel over chuck-like platform of the machine
Ensuring that spindle disc device fits into the hole of emery wheel
Tightening bolts and nuts of the wheel
Setting metal upper plate to the emery wheel
Pouring molten lead into the emery wheel hole to form bush
Releasing foot pedal to drop central spindle
Loosing chuck nuts and bolts when the upper plate gets cool
Removing bushed abrasive wheel
Maintaining the temperature of the power heated lead furnace or kettle
Knowledge of handling the abrasive wheel machine
Skilled in handling tools and equipment used
Skilled in monitoring workflow to assure quality
Skilled in installing and maintaining commonly changed components of the abrasive wheel machine
Not required
Hardworking
Self-motivated
Work independently
Cautious
It is not a desk job
Need not handle a team
Local travelling is not a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs are not available
Work from home option is not available
Working hours
Companies usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from company to company
Shift system maybe available in some companies
Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?No
The job is not listed as hazardous or dangerous as per The Factories Act, 1948 (section 87)
For candidates with experience of 2 to 6 years ? INR6,000 to INR17,000 per month
(These figures are indicative and subject to change)
Capital Goods and Manufacturing Industry in India
The Capital goods and Manufacturing industry in India is a strong, resilient and vibrant manufacturing sector. A robust manufacturing sector is an essential element of the Indian growth story. It is particularly important in ensuring employment for a large and growing working age population. Manufacturing, currently at 15% of GDP, needs to grow at a rate that is 2-3% higher than GDP, in order to make a significant contribution to our economy and towards employment generation. In 2011-12, the size of the capital goods industry was estimated to be 500,000 crore, the domestic demand was valued at 2, 35,000 crore and the exports were valued at 2, 65,000 crore.
Considering all this it is safe to state that this sector is bound to grow in the coming time and so the job profile of a Lead Brush Maker will witness a lot of growth in the future.
Manufacturing industry across sectors
Cities and towns across India