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Metallurgy Graduate

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Are you ready to launch your career in metallurgy with a role that offers hands-on experience, collaboration with industry experts, and the chance to make a real impact? This is a unique opportunity for a Metallurgy Graduate to join a forward-thinking company dedicated to innovation and excellence in manufacturing. With a focus on continuous improvement and cutting-edge processes, this company offers the perfect environment for a motivated graduate to thrive and grow.

What You Will Do:

  • Collaborate with Quality and Technical teams to review customer specifications and create tailored work instructions for metallurgical processes. - Work closely with planning and operations departments to ensure production targets are met efficiently and accurately. - Conduct microstructural testing using advanced optical and digital tools, leading investigations to identify root causes of deviations and implementing corrective actions. - Digitise and organise metallurgical data, ensuring it is accessible for audits and technical reviews. - Support live process audits by verifying that all metal additions, chemistry, and casting characteristics meet required specifications. - Lead failure analysis investigations, identifying causes of casting failures and recommending preventive measures.

    What You Will Bring:

  • A degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or a closely related discipline. - A keen interest in metallurgical processes and continuous improvement. - Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking skills. - Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams. - Experience in industrial or laboratory settings is advantageous but not essential.

    This role is instrumental in driving the company's commitment to delivering high-quality solutions to its customers. By contributing to process improvements, supporting research and development, and ensuring compliance with customer specifications, you'll play a key part in maintaining the company's reputation for excellence and innovation.

    Location:

    This exciting role is based in a dynamic and easily accessible location, Dudley, offering a great environment for both work and personal development.

    Interested?:

    If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that values your skills and ambition, don't wait-apply today and start your journey as a Metallurgy Graduate!

    Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

    In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included

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