Alfred H Knight Group
Furnace Technician

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WHAT IS ON OFFER
Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for a Furnace Technician to join our team in Lea Green, St Helens. We’re looking for a highly attentive and proactive individual to become a part of our Laboratory department. You will ensure compliance with ISO 17025, ISO 14001, and CLAW regulations while applying high precision to all daily testing and fire assay duties. You’ll be responsible for prioritizing furnace workflows, maintaining equipment, and keeping the lab safe and organized.
Acting as a key communicator across the shift, you will work closely with supervisors to report issues, complete tailored training, participate in PDRs, and drive a collaborative, high-standard working environment.
ABOUT US
Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.
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We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about AHK.
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To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Knowledge of metalliferous commodity analysis
- High attention to detail
- Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
- Strong teamwork and collaboration
- Ability to work independently and follow supervisor instructions
- Self-motivation and working on own initiative
- Adaptability and time management to meet changing priorities and deadlines


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Required Work Experience
Experience in a commercial analytical laboratory environment / commercial furnace room environment would be desirable but not essential.
Required Qualifications
A minimum of GCSE or equivalent education.
BENEFITS
We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.
If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.
Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
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