Racker Operator - Ferro Silicon Plant

UNITED STEEL INDUSTRIAL CO.; Al Khiran; On-site; KWD 8,000 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

UNITED STEEL INDUSTRIAL CO. in Kuwait seeks a skilled Racker Operator for the Ferro Silicon Plant to safely operate the stoking car and manage charging sequences for optimal furnace performance.

You will work with a diverse team, cover furnace operations, conduct basic maintenance, and coordinate with shift in charges and control room to ensure smooth production and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical, Industrial Operations, Heavy Equipment Operation, Industrial Maintenance, Metallurgical Processes, or related technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Timely covering of the furnace with adequate charge.
• Crust management inside the furnace.
• Control of charge spillages from the furnace.
• Workplace safety and availability at all times.
• Maintaining cleanliness around the furnace.
• Coordination with shift in charge and Control Room Operator for furnace operation.
• Reporting leakages and faults of the furnace.
• Cleanliness and care of stocking cars.
• Safe equipment operations.
• Refueling of stocking car on time.
• Basic maintenance of the stocking car (oil filter, engine oil, etc.).
• Stocking car breakdown support.
• Support maintenance team on furnace shutdown activities and basic furnace maintenance.
• Coordination with Shift In Charge and forklift mechanic.

Skills

Racker operation

Furnace charging

Safety compliance

Equipment inspection

Shift coordination

Maintenance support

Recordkeeping

Education

Technical certificate / diploma in mechanical or related field

Job description

We are looking for a talented and skilled Racker Operator for the Ferro Silicon Plant to join our multicultural and diverse team in Kuwait. You will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating the stoking car for covered and charging raw materials into the furnace in accordance with the approved charging sequence and production requirements.

Responsibilities

• Timely covering of the furnace with adequate charge.
• Crust management inside the furnace.
• Control of charge spillages from the furnace.
• Workplace safety and availability at all times.
• Maintaining cleanliness around the furnace.
• Coordination with shift in charge and Control Room Operator for furnace operation.
• Reporting leakages and faults of the furnace.
• Cleanliness and care of stocking cars.
• Safe equipment operations.
• Refueling of stocking car on time.
• Basic maintenance of the stocking car (oil filter, engine oil, etc.).
• Stocking car breakdown support.
• Support maintenance team on furnace shutdown activities and basic furnace maintenance.
• Coordination with Shift In Charge and forklift mechanic.

Required Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical, Industrial Operations, Heavy Equipment Operation, Industrial Maintenance, Metallurgical Processes, or a related technical discipline.

Preferred Experience

• Vocational/Technical Certificate with minimum 5 years of experience in Ferro Silicon, ferroalloy, steel melting, foundry, or other heavy industrial operations.
• Diploma with minimum 3 years of experience in Ferro Silicon, ferroalloy, steel, smelting, mining, or other heavy industrial operations.

Relevant Experience May Include

• Experience operating stoking car, charging systems, material handling equipment, or production support machinery in heavy industrial environments.
• Exposure to furnace operations, burden charging activities, raw material handling, and production support functions.
• Prior exposure to shift operations, shutdown activities, and industrial safety procedures.
• Experience with operating procedures, inspection checklists, and equipment monitoring activities.

Job-Specific Skills

• Ability to safely operate and maneuver a racker/stoking car in accordance with approved operating procedures.
• Basic understanding of furnace covering practices, burden charging requirements, and crust management activities.
• Ability to monitor charging activities and identify abnormal furnace conditions, spillages, leakages, or operational deviations.
• Ability to conduct routine equipment inspections and perform basic operator maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of basic diesel‑powered equipment operation, refueling procedures, and daily equipment care.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with Control Room Operators, Shift In‑Charges, Maintenance personnel, and Forklift Mechanics.
• Ability to support shutdown activities and routine furnace maintenance work.
• Ability to maintain accurate operational records and communicate equipment defects promptly.
• Strong adherence to Safety Standards, SOPs, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), permit‑to‑work requirements, and emergency procedures.
• General understanding of Ferro Silicon production processes and submerged arc furnace (SAF) operating principles.
• Strong situational awareness, teamwork, problem‑solving, and communication skills.