Furnace Operator
Join a skilled team as a Furnace Operator, heat treating critical aerospace and medical components while developing your engineering skills in a hands-on, high-quality manufacturing environment.
About Bodycote
At Bodycote, we understand that it is our people that make us a world leader. Our technical expertise and commitment to being a trusted partner to our customers are ingrained in our culture. As a global leader in our industry, we are setting the standard for sustainability. We are committed to an ambitious journey towards lower environmental impact and we have the technologies, capabilities and resources to succeed. We’re proud to offer an environment where you can make a real difference.
The Role
As a Furnace Operator, you’ll work as part of a small team to meet production targets and carry out heat treatment of critical aerospace and medical components. You will operate furnaces, prepare and process customer parts, and ensure all work meets strict quality and safety standards. You’ll also support production flow by working to written procedures, monitoring processes, maintaining accurate output, and assisting with goods in/out activities. The role includes FLT operation and First Aid duties (training provided), occasional local driving, and general support to ensure a safe, clean, and efficient working environment.
Key Essentials
Engineering or manufacturing background
Good numeracy skills and attention to detail
Basic IT skills (spreadsheets advantageous)
Ability to work to procedures and quality standards
Flexible, team-focused approach with willingness to train
What’s In It for You
Competitive salary and benefits package
Full training and development (including FLT and First Aid)
Opportunity to work in aerospace and medical manufacturing
Supportive team environment
Chance to develop a broad and valuable technical skill set
Location & Work Pattern
This role is based in Chard with onsite expectations. Some travel may be required.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re excited by the idea of shaping the future of metallurgy with Bodycote, we’d love to hear from you. Why not explore this opportunity further, to start your journey with us.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to characteristics protected by local law, including (where applicable) gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief, and ethnicity. We’re committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
- Department
- Operations & Production
- Role
- Furnace Operator
- Locations
- Chard UK
- Yearly salary
- £28,000 - £32,000
- Employment type
- Full-time
About Bodycote
Our services are a vital part of many manufacturing processes. We make metal stronger, more durable, and more corrosion resistant. Servicing local and international clients from highly accredited facilities our experience and expertise ensures we deliver to the quality and reliability demanded by the markets we serve and the products we deliver.