CONTEXT & OPPORTUNITY
Cronite Castings Ltd is looking to appoint a Foundry / Melt and Pour Operative at our Crewkerne site. This is a hands-on, full-time role within our world-class foundry operation, offering extensive training and a genuine opportunity to build a long-term trade.
Rate: £12.71 per hour, with the opportunity for progression and pay increases based on skills development and performance.
Hours: 39 per week, day shifts
(Mon-Wed 07:30-16:30, Thurs 07:30-16:00, Fri 07:30-13:00), no weekends.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Melt & Furnace Operations
- Prepare and run furnace melts in line with control sheets and work instructions
- Check furnace condition, carry out furnace relining, garnissage and repairs as required
- Charge furnaces progressively, monitor the melt and avoid breakout risks
- Pour metal into ladles, following required specifications
- Accurately complete production and control records
- Carry out pre- and post-pour sample analysis and calculate corrections where necessary
- This role involves working closely with the foundry team to ensure the safe and efficient production of molten metal in line with quality standards.
Equipment & Safety
- Work safely at all times and actively contribute to a strong safety culture
- Operate a forklift truck and overhead gantry crane (full training provided)
- Follow Health & Safety, security and environmental rules at all times
- Maintain 5S standards in the work area
- Train in other departments as required by the business
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Work in a hot foundry environment
- Manual handling required Work in a hot foundry environment
- Standing for extended periods
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED
- Foundry knowledge is desirable
- Forklift licence essential for the role (full training provided for the right candidate)
- Able to read and write in English and follow written/verbal instructions
- Good communication skills, basic maths and ability to read scales
- Reliable, hardworking, and positive attitude
- Willing to learn and develop new skills
- Good attention to detail and able to prioritise tasks
- Able to work well independently and as part of a team
BENEFITS
- Company clothing and PPE provided, free onsite parking
- Quarterly profit-related bonus and monthly attendance bonus
- Occupational health, eye test and safety glasses; sick pay after 6 months; Free hot drinks
WORK AUTHORISATION
United Kingdom work authorisation required.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV.
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company pension
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Crewkerne TA18 7YA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
