Mannheim Furnace Operator – SOP Plant

Atta Chemicals (Pvt.) Limited · Multan, Pakistan

Mannheim Furnace Operator – Sulphate of Potash (SOP) Plant

Company Description

Atta Chemicals (Pvt.) Limited, established in 2008, is a chemical manufacturing company specializing in Sulphuric Acid, Formic Acid, Glauber's Salt, and Sodium Sulphate. The company is expanding its operations with a Sulphate of Potash (SOP) manufacturing facility utilizing the Mannheim process.

Role Description

Atta Chemicals is seeking two Mannheim Furnace Operators for its Sulphate of Potash (SOP) manufacturing plant in Multan.

The selected candidates will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Mannheim furnaces, monitoring production parameters, maintaining stable reaction conditions, and ensuring consistent SOP production.

The position requires practical experience in industrial furnace operations, strong troubleshooting abilities, and the capability to work in a continuous-process manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor Mannheim furnaces during assigned production shifts.
• Monitor furnace temperatures, operating conditions, material feeding rates, and reaction performance.
• Ensure proper feeding of Muriate of Potash (MOP/KCl) and Sulphuric Acid according to established operating procedures.
• Monitor furnace heating systems and coordinate with coal gasifier operators to maintain stable fuel gas supply.
• Monitor furnace agitators, discharge systems, and associated mechanical equipment.
• Identify abnormal operating conditions, including temperature fluctuations, material buildup, irregular discharge, and equipment malfunction.
• Monitor HCl gas extraction conditions and coordinate with the absorption section.
• Assist with furnace startup, shutdown, and emergency procedures under the supervision of the Shift Engineer.
• Maintain accurate operating logs, production records, and shift handover reports.
• Coordinate with maintenance personnel during equipment inspections, servicing, and breakdowns.
• Follow safety procedures related to high-temperature equipment, concentrated acids, HCl gas, and combustible fuel gas.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper housekeeping around furnace operating areas.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 2 years of practical experience in industrial furnace operations, chemical manufacturing, fertilizer production, or similar continuous-process industries.
• Direct experience operating Mannheim furnaces or SOP production equipment will be strongly preferred.
• Practical understanding of industrial furnace temperature control, material feeding, heating systems, and discharge operations.
• Familiarity with industrial pumps, motors, blowers, valves, and basic process instrumentation.
• Ability to identify operational abnormalities and report or troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Basic understanding of industrial safety procedures and emergency response.
• DAE in Chemical, Mechanical, or a related technical discipline is preferred. Experienced furnace operators without formal technical qualifications may also apply.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and follow instructions from Shift Engineers and plant management.

Preferred Candidates

Preference will be given to candidates with hands-on experience in:

• Mannheim-process Sulphate of Potash manufacturing.
• Industrial chemical reaction furnaces.
• Coal-gas-fired industrial furnaces or kilns.
• Continuous chemical production and process monitoring.
• Furnace commissioning, startup, and shutdown operations.

Applicants should clearly mention the type of furnace previously operated, years of experience, industry, and specific operating responsibilities in their CV.