KR Co., Ltd. is a shaped refractory ceramic product manufacturer located in Hallim-myeon, Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do. Established in 2002, under the leadership of CEO Kim Dae-seok, the company specializes in producing refractories and refractory bricks, which are core materials for key industries such as steel, cement, and glass. Approximately 120 employees work here, contributing to the development of major domestic industries.

"For the past 40 years, our company has specialized in producing refractories, which are basic materials for heavy chemical industries such as steel, cement, and glass, key industries in Korea. We strive for research and development and quality improvement with a "challenging spirit" and "creative spirit" for customer satisfaction. KR Co., Ltd. aims to be the best company in the industry, meeting customer expectations and demands with the highest quality and best service, with all employees doing their utmost."

Business Areas

• Manufacturing of Comprehensive Refractories for Iron and Steel Making: KR Co., Ltd. produces shaped refractory ceramic products used in core facilities of the steel industry and supplies various refractories essential for iron and steel making processes. This contributes to protecting equipment in high-temperature environments and increasing production efficiency.
• Manufacturing of Refractory Raw Materials and New MgO Materials: Through our affiliate, KRM Co., Ltd., we develop and produce raw materials necessary for refractory manufacturing and new magnesia (MgO)-based materials. This ensures stable raw material supply and pursues technological innovation.
• Refractory Furnace Maintenance: Through our affiliate, KR TECH Co., Ltd., we provide installation and maintenance services for refractory furnaces (爐). This is an important business area that supports the extension of our clients' equipment lifespan and stable operation.

Products

• Refractory Bricks: Special bricks that withstand high temperatures, primarily used to protect the interior of industrial facilities that use high-temperature processes, such as steel, cement, and glass. This is KR Co., Ltd.'s main product.
• Comprehensive Refractories for Iron and Steel Making: We produce various types of refractory products designed to withstand harsh environments such as high temperatures, corrosion, and abrasion that occur in iron and steel making processes. These are applied to core facilities such as blast furnaces and converters.

Special Notes

• Over 40 years of experience and technological expertise: KR Co., Ltd. produces high-quality products based on over 40 years of accumulated technology and know-how in the refractory field. This is an essential element for the stable operation of key industries.
• Efforts in research and development and quality improvement: We continuously invest in research and development and quality improvement with a "challenging spirit" and "creative spirit" for customer satisfaction. Through this, we develop products that meet changing industrial demands.
• Vertical integration through affiliates: Through our affiliates, refractory raw material manufacturing (KRM Co., Ltd.) and refractory furnace maintenance (KR TECH Co., Ltd.), we provide integrated services from raw materials to construction and maintenance, thereby strengthening our competitiveness.

Recruitment Information

• Main Hiring Positions: We primarily recruit for technical sales, safety management, and site manager positions.
• Benefits: We provide the four major insurances: National Pension, Health Insurance, Employment Insurance, and Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance.

💡 A Word from JobPloy
Refractory manufacturing is an essential field for key industries such as steel and cement, and it is an industry with stable demand. One can primarily perform tasks such as refractory manufacturing, quality control, and equipment maintenance at production sites. Adherence to safety rules and teamwork are important, and there are opportunities to develop expertise through skill acquisition.