Job TitleEOT Crane OperatorDepartmentSteel Melt Shop (EAF, LRF & CCM)Reporting toShift InchargeQualification & Experience ITI /12 th /10 th or equivalent. The candidates must have 7 -15 years of experience in handling minimum 100 T liquid steel ladle crane in steel melt shop.Objective:The Hot Metal Handling Crane Operator is responsible for the safe and effective operation of overhead cranes used in steel melting shop.

Job Description:

Safely handle hot metal and molten steel during furnace charging, tapping, ladle transfer, deslagging, and casting operations.Perform pre-shift inspections of cranes, hoists, wire ropes, hooks, brakes, limit switches, and safety devices.Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for steel plant crane operations & housekeeping standards are maintained in his work place.Communicate effectively with ground staff, furnace operators, and supervisors using radios and standard hand signals.Stop operations immediately in case of unsafe conditions, equipment malfunction, or emergency situations.Report defects, near misses, and unsafe conditions to the supervisor.Maintain crane logbooks and inspection records.Assist during maintenance shutdowns as instructed.Adhere to strict compliance with all steel plant safety rules,



PPE requirements, and permit systems.The individual in this role operate overhead cranes for safe transfer of raw material, intermediaries and finished products within the plant on receiving the signal.Operate cranes to change electrodes in EAF & LF and do other jobs as required.Work under direction from hand and radio signals, lifts and transports ladles for cooling or wrecking Empties ladles of wrecked material.Perform lifting procedure for replacement of furnace shellAssist lifting job of the refractories for repairing furnace shell carries out de-skulling operations, i.e. hoisting metal slag from a ladle rim etc. using the crane lifting hook, according to directions,

Skills & Competancies :

Strong safety awareness and disciplineGood hand-eye coordination and judgmentAbility to concentrate for long periodsClear communication skillsThe person should be patient, organized, team-oriented and have the ability to work for long hours in adverse conditions. They must be able to plan and prioritize tasks effectively and have an eye for detail and quality. Role & responsibilities

Preferred candidate profile

📌 Crane Operator (Chandrapur)
🏢 Lloyds Metals & Energy
📍 Chandrapur