Pasting Operator - Ferro Silicon Plant

Kuwait Steel· Ferro Silicon Plant
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📍 Al-Shuaiba, Al Ahmadi Governorate, KuwaitFULL TIME

About this role

We are looking for a talented and skilled Pasting Operator for Ferro Silicon Plant to join our multicultural and diverse team in Kuwait. You will be responsible to safely and efficiently perform electrode pasting activities by preparing, handling, and charging electrode paste in accordance with approved operating procedures and production requirements. The role is responsible for maintaining continuous electrode consumption, supporting stable furnace operation, and ensuring all activities are carried out in compliance with company safety, quality, and operational standards.

  • Prepare and charge electrode paste into the electrode casing according to the approved SOP.
  • Monitor electrodes paste consumption, height, baking condition and slipping activities.
  • Verifying the paste is free from contamination.
  • Maintain cleanliness around electrode pasting area.
  • Ready to support any section/area needed.
  • Always coordinate with CONTROL ROOM OPERATOR and S.I about electrode condition.

Required Qualifications:
  • Vocational/Technical Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical, Industrial Operations, Metallurgical Processes,
  • Industrial Maintenance, Production Operations, or a related technical discipline.
Preferred Experience:

  • Vocational/Technical Certificate: Minimum 3 years of experience in Ferro Silicon, ferroalloy, steel, smelting, mining, or other heavy industrial operations.
  • Diploma: Minimum 2 years of experience in Ferro Silicon, ferroalloy, steel, smelting, mining, or other heavy industrial operations.
Relevant experience may include:

  • Exposure to electrode paste charging, electrode handling activities, furnace operations, or production

support activities in high-temperature industrial environments.

  • Experience working in submerged arc furnaces (SAF), electric arc furnaces (EAF), ferroalloy plants, foundries, or similar process industries is preferred.
  • Prior exposure to shift operations, routine inspections, shutdown activities, and industrial safety procedures is highly preferred.
  • Experience working with operating procedures, inspection checklists, and equipment monitoring activities is an advantage.
Job-Specific Skills:

  • Ability to safely handle, prepare, and charge electrode paste in accordance with approved operating procedures.
  • Basic understanding of electrode systems, electrode paste consumption, electrode slipping concepts, and baking processes.
  • Ability to monitor electrode conditions and identify abnormal operating situations such as irregular consumption, paste bridging, casing damage, or poor baking conditions.
  • Ability to conduct routine inspections of electrode paste charging systems, electrode casings, and associated equipment.
  • Ability to maintain accurate operational logs, inspection records, and shift reports.
  • Ability to coordinate effectively with Control Room Operators (CONTROL ROOM OPERATORs), Shift In-Charges, and Maintenance personnel.
  • Ability to support shutdown activities and routine furnace maintenance work.
  • Ability to identify and report equipment defects, operational abnormalities, and safety concerns 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.

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This Pasting Operator - Ferro Silicon Plant role at Kuwait Steel is based in Al-Shuaiba, Al Ahmadi Governorate, Kuwait. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Pasting Operator - Ferro Silicon Plant role at Kuwait Steel full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Pasting Operator - Ferro Silicon Plant role in the Ferro Silicon Plant department at Kuwait Steel.
Which team or department does the Pasting Operator - Ferro Silicon Plant at Kuwait Steel belong to?
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When was the Pasting Operator - Ferro Silicon Plant job at Kuwait Steel posted?
This Pasting Operator - Ferro Silicon Plant position at Kuwait Steel was posted on Sep 7, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Pasting Operator - Ferro Silicon Plant
Kuwait Steel
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