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Are you ready to take your metallurgical expertise to an organisation where your impact truly matters?

Our client is a leading UK forge master with over 40 years’ experience in open-die forging and has recently secured accreditations within the Nuclear and Aerospace sectors. They specialise in producing high-integrity, bespoke components and continue to invest in technical excellence.

They currently have an opportunity for a Metallurgist with Aerospace and NADCAP experience to join their Technical department. The role will be instrumental in supporting the ongoing development and management of metallurgical and quality matters across both product and plant.

Main duties will include:

Technical/Quality review of all orders, projects and specifications
Maintenance of the specification system
Generation of project-specific documents such as Manufacturing Procedures, Specifications, and test location drawings
Providing technical training to colleagues as required
Monitoring process-sensitive operations (e.g. forging and heat treatment) where necessary
Representing the organisation in pre-production meetings with customers and suppliers
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, knowledge and experience:

A qualification in Metallurgy, Materials Engineering or a related field
Extensive knowledge and experience in Aerospace and NADCAP is essential
Excellent communication skills at all levels, both verbal and written
Strong decision-making ability
A proactive approach to problem solving
Excellent attention to detail with a strong focus on quality
Effective planning and project management skills
Highly numerate with strong statistical and analytical capability
Practical knowledge of MS Office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Knowledge of computer-aided design packages, specifically SolidWorks, preferred but not essential
Ability to work effectively within a team, while also being self-motivated and confident in leading when required
What they offer in return:

33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, with up to 5 additional days based on length of service
Pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 access to counselling and financial advice for employees and partners
Death in Service benefit
Training and development opportunities
Modern, clean and well-maintained working facilities
A strong team culture and commitment to continuous improvement
Free onsite parking
Canteen facilities offering hot and cold food options and daily specials
What’s next? It’s easy! Click “APPLY” now! We can’t wait to hear from you!

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