Precious Metals Furnace Technician

ahkgroup· UK Precious Metals Labs JKL - A25
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📍 Liverpool, Merseyside, United KingdomFull Time

About this role

WHAT IS ON OFFER

Shift pattern: Monday - Friday 1:00pm - 8:30pm


Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for a Furnace Technician to join the team here in Liverpool, UK. 


The Laboratory Furnace Technician reports functionally to the Laboratory Furnace Shift Supervisor. This role is crucial for ensuring the area of responsibility consistently operates at the highest standard.


The Technician is responsible for the organisation of daily work to achieve maximum productivity and must always prioritise the company's best interests, often requiring difficult decisions to maximise throughput.


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.


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.


DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?


To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:


REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE 


Essential 


  • A level of knowledge and understanding in the analysis of a wide and varying range of metalliferous commodities that befits the role with a desire to share that knowledge with others.
  • High attention to detail.
  • Able to communicate effectively in a range of formats.
  • Strong team player with a collaborative approach and work ethic.
  • Able to work independently and clearly follow instructions from the furnace supervisor.
  • Highly motivated with the ability to work under own initiative in a dynamic work environment with changing priorities.
  • Work with a level of flexibility that enables deadlines to be met effectively.


Work Experience


  • Prior experience in a commercial analytical laboratory or commercial furnace room is desirable, though not a strict requirement.


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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Where is the Precious Metals Furnace Technician position at ahkgroup located?
This Precious Metals Furnace Technician role at ahkgroup is based in Liverpool, Merseyside, United Kingdom. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Precious Metals Furnace Technician role at ahkgroup full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time position. It is posted as a Precious Metals Furnace Technician role in the UK Precious Metals Labs JKL - A25 department at ahkgroup.
Which team or department does the Precious Metals Furnace Technician at ahkgroup belong to?
This Precious Metals Furnace Technician position is part of the UK Precious Metals Labs JKL - A25 department at ahkgroup. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Precious Metals Furnace Technician job at ahkgroup posted?
This Precious Metals Furnace Technician position at ahkgroup was posted on May 6, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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