African Foundries Limited (AFL) was established to support the accelerating growth in Nigeria by making the country self-reliant for steel rebars and eliminating its dependence on imported rebars. AFL is set up to reach a 0.5 million ton per year capacity for high-strength rebars and allied products. We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Metallurgist
Location: Ogijo, Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time
Responsibilities
- Conducting research to develop new alloys and to test the properties of metals
- Designing, coordinating, and conducting experiments to study the properties and characteristics of metals and alloys
- Interpreting data from experiments to understand the properties of metal and the effects of various processes on these properties
- Applying knowledge of metallurgy to solve problems in manufacturing and to improve metalworking processes
- Developing and modifying test procedures and standards
- Consulting with other engineers and manufacturing personnel to clarify or resolve problems, and to develop or modify designs
- Conducting failure analysis to determine the cause of metal failures and to recommend corrective actions
- Develop new methods of processing metals to improve their strength, durability, and performance.
- Work with other scientists and engineers to develop new alloys.
- Provide technical advice to engineers and other professionals on the use of different metals and alloys.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of advances in metallurgical science and technology.
- Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Work with production teams to improve manufacturing processes.
- Documenting test results, procedures, and recommendations for future reference
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, developments, and regulatory changes
- Ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations and standards in all metallurgical processes and testing
- Conduct tests on metals to determine their properties and characteristics.
- Analyze test results and prepare detailed reports.
Qualifications
- BSc / HND in Metallurgy, Materials Science or a related field.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work in a team and collaborate with other professionals.
- Proven work experience as a Metallurgist or similar role.
- Deep understanding of the properties and characteristics of metals and alloys.
- Proficiency in using scientific and analytical equipment.
To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail
Application Deadline: 30th November, 2024.