Steel Furnace Worker (Steelmaking)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialized occupation that operates and manages melting furnaces at steelworks, melting iron ore and scrap to produce raw materials for iron and steel. Maintains quality through temperature and chemical composition control, and safety management.
Description
Steel furnace workers operate and monitor melting furnaces such as blast furnaces and electric furnaces, appropriately charging and melting raw materials like iron ore, coke, and scrap to produce raw materials for cast iron and steel. They handle furnace temperature adjustment, chemical composition measurement and adjustment, safety device checks, refractory inspection and repair, molten metal transfer and supply, etc. Work involves high-temperature, dust, and noisy environments, shift work, requiring strict safety and hygiene management and teamwork.
Future Outlook
While steady job openings continue due to stable demand in the domestic steel industry, automation and labor-saving technologies are advancing, requiring equipment maintenance and advanced operational skills.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Cooperative / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Heavy object handling / Indoor high-temperature work / Shift / Team work
Career Path
Site Worker → Supervisor/Foreman → Technical Staff → Production Management → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Chemical Composition Analysis / Furnace Interior Monitoring / Melting Furnace Operation / Safety and Health Management / Temperature Control
Recommended Skills
PLC Operation / Predictive Maintenance / Quality Control Techniques (QC) / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because fine adjustments to furnace temperature and chemical composition directly impact quality and safety. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours in high-temperature environments and handling heavy raw materials. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to quickly identify the cause and respond when furnace abnormalities occur. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to high stress loads from high-temperature work and emergency responses. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work procedures are routine, and creative thinking is not greatly required. |
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Aliases
- Furnace Operator
- Melter
- Melting Furnace Worker
Related Jobs
- Blast Furnace Operator
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- Foundry Worker
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