Pre-Heating Furnace Operator at an FMCG Company - African Industries Group (AIG)

African Industries Group (AIG) - Our client, an FMCG Company, is recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Pre-Heating Furnace Operator

Location: Odongunyan, Ikorodu, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Production / Operations
Reports To: Shift Supervisor / Production Manager

Job Summary

• The Preheating Furnace Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring the preheating furnace to ensure billets, scrap, or other metal materials reach the required temperature for rolling or melting processes.
• The role requires strong attention to safety, equipment maintenance, and process efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and control the preheating furnace according to production schedules.
• Monitor temperature gauges, pressure indicators, and furnace controls to maintain optimal heating conditions.
• Ensure billets or materials are preheated uniformly and to the specified temperature.
• Record operational data such as temperatures, fuel consumption, and heating times.
• Coordinate with the production and maintenance teams to ensure smooth furnace operation.
• Carry out regular checks on burners, valves, thermocouples, and control panels.
• Assist in the startup and shutdown procedures of the furnace.
• Follow all safety guidelines and report any equipment malfunction or unsafe condition immediately.
• Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained around the furnace area.
• Support preventive maintenance and participate in furnace lining inspection and replacement activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• SSCE / OND / Technical Certificate in Mechanical, Electrical, or Metallurgical Engineering.
• 2–5 years of experience operating a preheating or reheat furnace in a steel plant or similar heavy industry.
• Basic knowledge of combustion systems, fuel types, and heat control.
• Ability to read temperature charts and production parameters.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Skills and Competencies:

• Attention to detail and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work in a high-temperature, industrial environment.
• Good communication and reporting skills.
• Troubleshooting and basic maintenance skills.

Application Closing Date
4th November, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidate should send a copy of their updated resume to Jamal.ogidan@africanindustries.com using the Job title as the subject