https://jobs.co.uk/job/melting-furnace-operative-reed-specialist-recruitment--23abb15b-dccd-4f1d-b6be-b6c8d03d6a59 RSS feed for Melting Furnace Operative at Reed Specialist Recruitment. en-gb Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:59:32 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/melting-furnace-operative-reed-specialist-recruitment--23abb15b-dccd-4f1d-b6be-b6c8d03d6a59 https://jobs.co.uk/job/melting-furnace-operative-reed-specialist-recruitment--23abb15b-dccd-4f1d-b6be-b6c8d03d6a59 Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Sheffield | Salary: £38485 - £42000/annum + bonus | Type: Permanent | Reed Engineering & Manufacturing are working with a leading Engineering & Manufacturing company. Job Purpose To safely operate and monitor melting furnaces, prepare molten metal to required specifications, and supply quality metal for casting and melting production while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards. Key Responsibilities Operate either induction, gas-fired, Air, Vacuum or electric melting furnaces etc Charge furnaces with approved raw materials, returns, and alloys according to production requirements. Monitor melting temperatures and chemical composition of molten metal. Conduct metal sampling and support spectrometer analysis. Perform alloy additions and metal treatment processes as specified. Transfer molten metal safely to holding furnaces or casting lines. Ensure compliance with automotive quality standards and process specifications. Record production data, temperatures, chemical results, and furnace performance. Carry out routine furnace inspections and preventive maintenance checks. Maintain housekeeping standards and support 5S activities. Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations. Support continuous improvement ... Permanent