Metallurgist

  • £35000 - £50000 per annum
  • Sheffield, South Yorkshire
  • Permanent

W Talent is proud to be working exclusively as the outsourced recruitment partner for Independent Forgings and Alloys. Due to continued growth and expansion, the business is now looking to recruit a Metallurgist to join its technical engineering team.

Company Details

Independent Forgings and Alloys Ltd (IFA) sits uniquely as the only single sited forge with open-die radial, press, hammer & ring rolling AND closed-die extrusion, drop stamp and blade forging in the world. Through our extensive forging capabilities and processes, we offer a fully integrated metals service centre: from ingot/billet and forging through to fully tested and released machined products.

Job Vacancy

As a Metallurgist, you will be based at the Sheffield manufacturing site, where you will play a key role in supporting manufacturing operations across a high-integrity metals environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical expertise throughout the full production lifecycle, ensuring quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support across manufacturing processes, including process route development.
  • Support and advise on raw material selection and performance.
  • Conduct and review non-destructive testing (NDT) processes.
  • Investigate non-conformances and implement corrective and preventative measures.
  • Carry out failure analysis on materials and components.
  • Review batch failures and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with quality and metallurgical standards throughout production.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Degree qualified in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum of 2 years' industry experience in a relevant, transferable environment.
  • Background in forging, melting, rolling, casting, or similar heavy industry.
  • Experience working with high-integrity materials such as nickel alloys, titanium, or similar would prove highly advantageous.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a technical team .

Salary Information

This is a Monday to Friday, days-based position located in Sheffield with a starting salary of £35,000 - £50,000, depending on background experience. This opportunity comes with development and progression opportunities within a stable and established business.

Additional Benefits Package

  • A permanent role with Training and Development opportunities.
  • 33 days holidays.
  • Pension scheme - 5% contribution.
  • Bonus scheme and Westfield cash plan Level 1.
  • On-site parking is available.

This position is being recruited by W Talent Recruitment exclusively who will be conducting the first stage, pre-screen interview. Any questions please contact Glyn Dobb at W Talent directly.

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