Blast Furnace Operations (AM/DM)

Jindal Steel Limited; Raigarh; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Jindal Steel Limited in Raigarh, India, seeks a skilled operator to support the cast house during tapping of hot metal and slag from the Blast Furnace, and assist in opening/closing tap holes as per SOPs.

You will monitor equipment like mud gun, drill machine, tilting runner and crane, ensure safe flow of hot metal to torpedo ladles, and uphold PPE and safety standards in all high-temperature operations.

Qualifications

• ITI / Diploma / Technical qualification in Mechanical, Metallurgy or relevant discipline.
• 38 years of relevant experience; Blast Furnace Cast House operations experience preferred.
• Blast Furnace & Cast House operations; molten metal/slag handling; safety awareness; shift work; teamwork; troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Operate and support cast house activities during tapping of hot metal and slag from the Blast Furnace.
• Assist in preparation, opening and closing of the tap hole as per SOPs and production requirements.
• Monitor and maintain main runner, skimmer, slag runner and refractory lining for smooth flow.
• Coordinate safe transfer of hot metal to torpedo ladles / hot metal ladles and manage slag disposal.
• Operate and monitor cast house equipment such as mud gun, drill machine, tilting runner, crane and other equipment.
• Monitor tapping temperature, flow, duration and report deviations to the Shift In-charge.
• Follow PPE, SOPs and safety standards during high-temperature operations.
• Maintain housekeeping and keep cast house areas clean and safe.
• Identify equipment abnormalities and coordinate with maintenance for rectification.
• Respond to emergencies such as runner blockage, metal overflow, water leakage or equipment malfunction.

Skills

Molten metal handling

Slag handling

Safety awareness

Shift work

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Education

ITI / Diploma / Technical qualification in Mechanical or Metallurgy

Tools

Mud gun

Drill machine

Tilting runner

Crane

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Operate and support cast house activities during tapping of hot metal and slag from the Blast Furnace.

Assist in preparation, opening and closing of the tap hole as per standard operating procedures and production requirements.

Monitor and maintain main runner, skimmer, slag runner and associated refractory lining to ensure smooth flow of hot metal and slag.

Coordinate safe flow and transfer of hot metal to torpedo ladles / hot metal ladles and manage slag disposal.

Operate and monitor cast house equipment such as mud gun, drill machine, tilting runner, crane and other auxiliary equipment, as applicable.

Monitor tapping temperature, flow, duration and abnormal conditions; report deviations immediately to the Shift In-charge.

Strictly follow PPE requirements, safe operating procedures and safety standards while working with molten metal and high-temperature operations.

Maintain proper housekeeping and ensure the cast house, runners and surrounding areas are clean and free from unsafe conditions.

Identify equipment abnormalities and coordinate with maintenance teams for timely rectification.

Respond to emergencies such as runner blockage, metal overflow, water leakage or equipment malfunction as per emergency procedures.

Coordinate with Blast Furnace operators, control room, maintenance and crane teams for smooth and safe operations.

Maintain shift records, operational logs, production details and report safety or process incidents.

Preferred candidate profile

ITI / Diploma / Technical qualification in Mechanical, Metallurgy or relevant discipline.

38 years of relevant experience; Blast Furnace Cast House operations experience preferred.

Blast Furnace & Cast House operations; molten metal/slag handling; safety awareness; shift work; teamwork; troubleshooting.