Operator - CCM Pulpit

Professional Experience (Must Have)

5 years' Experience In steel industry into Steel Making Plant

Minimum Qualifications

Diploma/Bachelor's

• Operate the Continuous Casting Machine from the pulpit/control station as per approved operating procedures.
• Monitor CCM operating parameters continuously during casting.
• Control and adjust casting speed, mould level and other parameters according to production requirements.
• Monitor HMI/control screens and respond appropriately to alarms and abnormal conditions.
• Ensure stable casting operation throughout the heat.

• Monitor critical parameters including:
  • Casting speed
  • Mould level
  • Tundish level
  • Cooling water parameters
  • Strand temperature
  • Withdrawal speed
  • Casting sequence
  • Other process parameters.
• Make necessary adjustments within approved operating limits.
• Report abnormal parameter deviations to the Shift In-Charge.

• Coordinate with the ladle preparation/handling team during ladle changes.
• Monitor tundish level and casting continuity.
• Coordinate with EAF/LRF and crane operators for smooth transfer of molten steel.
• Ensure correct heat and grade information is maintained throughout the casting sequence.

• Monitor mould operation and mould-level stability.
• Identify abnormal mould conditions and take corrective action as per SOP.
• Monitor strand condition and cooling performance.
• Coordinate with field operators regarding mould, cooling and strand abnormalities.

• Respond to casting abnormalities such as:
  • Breakouts
  • Mould level fluctuations
  • Strand problems
  • Nozzle/blockage issues
  • Cooling-water abnormalities
  • Withdrawal problems
  • Casting speed instability.
• Take immediate action according to approved emergency procedures.
• Inform the Shift In-Charge and relevant teams about major abnormalities.

• Ensure billets are produced according to required size, grade and quality specifications.
• Monitor casting sequence and product identification.
• Coordinate with QC/Metallurgy regarding quality issues.
• Ensure proper heat number and traceability of billets.
• Support identification and segregation of non-conforming billets.

• Coordinate continuously with field operators, tundish operators, mould operators, cutting operators and other CCM personnel.
• Communicate instructions clearly during casting operations.
• Ensure smooth coordination between the pulpit and field operations.

• Maintain production continuity according to the shift plan.
• Monitor heat/casting progress and production targets.
• Record important operating parameters and abnormalities.
• Conduct proper shift handover and communicate pending issues to the incoming operator.

• Monitor the condition of CCM equipment from the pulpit.
• Immediately report equipment abnormalities to Maintenance.
• Ensure the pulpit/control room is kept clean and organized.
• Maintain required operating logs and checklists.

• Strictly follow all steel plant safety procedures.
• Follow emergency shutdown and abnormal casting procedures.
• Use required PPE when entering operational areas.
• Follow Permit-to-Work and LOTO requirements where applicable.
• Maintain awareness of molten steel, high-temperature equipment and other plant hazards.
• Report unsafe conditions and incidents immediately.