Heat Treatment Operative

Overview

Reed Engineering & Manufacturing are working with a leading Engineering & Manufacturing company.

The role involves supporting the heat treatment of components, along with cutting and preparing specialist alloy products. This is a hands-on position in a technical manufacturing environment, ideal for someone who values quality, safety, and teamwork.

• Carry out heat treatment activities in line with technical instructions.
• Programme and operate furnace control systems.
• Safely handle materials using overhead cranes and forklift trucks.
• Operate Brinell hardness testing equipment.
• Assist with large and small sawing operations.
• Update job records and bookings using the internal system.
• Support dispatch of materials where required.
• Complete daily safety, quality, and compliance checks.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and 5S.
• Follow all company health and safety procedures.

• Experience operating overhead cranes and FLTs
• Experience of working with metals within a manufacturing environment such as heat treatment, forging, melting etc
• Background in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environments.
• Positive attitude towards safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good timekeeping, attendance, and personal discipline.
• Work with specialist equipment in a skilled engineering environment.
• Be part of a supportive, safety‑driven team.
• Opportunity to contribute to improvement and development activities.

The position also includes a bonus of up to 10% OTE £4,300 on top of your salary.