Melter​/Furnace Operative

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

Professional Profile

Dedicated and safety-conscious Manufacturing Operator with experience supporting furnace operations and heavy industrial material handling within engineering and manufacturing environments. Skilled in working with VIM, VAR, ESR, heat treatment furnaces, and similar process equipment, ensuring strict compliance with quality, safety, and operational procedures. Proven ability to work effectively within team-based environments, maintaining high standards of housekeeping, process control, and productivity. Recognised for reliability, strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous improvement.

Key Skills & Experience

Safe operation of overhead cranes and forklift trucks
Furnace operations including VIM, VAR, ESR, and related metallurgical processes
Charge preparation, material mixing, and furnace loading activities
Crucible, refractory, and mould preparation
Heat treatment furnace loading and unloading
Accurate completion of QA documentation and melt records
Furnace cleaning, inspection, and routine maintenance support
Process monitoring and adherence to operating procedures
Strong understanding of workplace health, safety, and environmental standards
Continuous improvement participation and implementation of training initiatives

Core Competencies

Health & Safety Compliance

Strong commitment to safe working practices and risk awareness in industrial environments.

Quality & Accuracy

Consistently follows QA procedures, maintaining high product and process standards.

Team Working

Collaborates effectively with colleagues to achieve production objectives and support operational efficiency.

Accountability

Takes ownership of responsibilities and delivers tasks to a high standard.

Reliability & Work Ethic

Demonstrates excellent attendance, punctuality, and commitment to achieving team goals.

Continuous Improvement

Proactively embraces training opportunities and contributes to operational improvements.

Ideally you will have:

✅ Experience supporting furnace and heat-treatment operations
✅ Strong overhead crane and forklift experience
✅ Quality-driven with excellent safety awareness
✅ Reliable, disciplined, and team-oriented approach
✅ Comfortable in demanding manufacturing environments
✅ Eligible for a role offering a potential bonus of up to circa £4,300+ in addition to salary